Boom Town by Sam Anderson
The Fantastical Saga of Oklahoma City, Its Chaotic Founding, Its Purloined Basketball Team, and the Dream of Becoming a World-class Metropolis
Set against the backdrop of Oklahoma City, this narrative weaves together the city's tumultuous history, its vibrant culture, and the rise of its NBA team, the Thunder. Through a blend of humor, insight, and vivid storytelling, the book explores the city's transformation from a dusty frontier town to a modern metropolis, highlighting the quirky characters and pivotal events that have shaped its identity. The story captures the spirit of resilience and reinvention, painting a portrait of a place that defies easy categorization, much like the unpredictable weather that often sweeps through its plains.
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- Published
- 2018
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-450
- Original Language
- English
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