http://www.audible.com/pd/Mysteries-Thrillers/Escape-from-Alcatraz-Audiobook/B002V1CCKW
This book about “The Rock” was one of the most captivating and intense books that I’ve ever read! I didn’t know what to expect when I started listening to it, but it just kept getting better and better as it went on!
Some of the most notorious and notable crime figures of all time did time at Alcatraz and the author does a great job of telling the story of each and every one of them. Crime bosses such as Al Capone, Robert “The Birdman” Stroud, Machine Gun Kelly and so many more we covered and so many more!
If you’re into intense true crime books, this one should be at the top of your list!
James Donaldson is a Washington State University graduate (’79). After an outstanding basketball career with WSU, he went on to play professional basketball in the NBA with the Seattle Supersonics, San Diego/L.A. Clippers, Dallas Mavericks, New York Knicks, and Utah Jazz. He also played for several teams in the European Leagues in Spain, Italy, and Greece, and he toured with The Harlem Globetrotters to wrap up his career. James was an NBA All-Star in 1988 while playing center for the Dallas Mavericks. In 2006, James was inducted into the Pac-10 Sports Hall of Fame and also the Washington State University Athletic Hall of Fame. In 2010, James was elected as a board member for the NBA Retired Players Association.
James frequently conducts speaking engagements (motivational, inspirational, educational) for organizations, schools, and youth groups.
In 2010, James was the recipient of the NBA Legends of Basketball ABC Award, awarded for outstanding contributions in Athletics–Business–Community.
He believes in being a role model for success and professionalism to the scores of young people to whom he devotes so much of his time. He currently serves on several boards and committees and is a member of many organizations.
James believes in developing relationships that create a “Win-Win” environment for everyone involved, and in being the best he can be!
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James Donaldson is the author of “Standing Above The Crowd” and “Celebrating Your Gift of Life” and founder of the Your Gift of Life Foundation which focuses on mental health awareness and suicide prevention, especially pertaining to our school aged children and men.
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I haven’t read this book, but I have taken a tour of Alcatraz. I can’t imagine how anyone made it off there alive. I look forward to reading this book. Thank you. True crime books are interesting to me, especially if it is well written. Ann Rule is my favorite author. Her book, “The Stranger Beside Me” http://www.planetannrule.com/ is a newly updated reprint of the chilling story behind one of the most notorious serial killers in history. Her books are now updated in ebook format. I am amazed by how well written they are.
This one is a classic, Robert, and the film was equally good :-). Ann Rule is one of the best – thank you for the share. I will check her website out!