1. Does Holway satisfactorily explain why Gibson abused drugs? What more would you like to know?

2. How does Holway show Gibson's decline from happy-go-lucky to bitter?

How well does Holway trace the decline?

3. How well does Holway mix Gibson's exploits on the ball field with his life off the field?

4. Why does Holway emphasize Gibson's home runs?

5. Is Gibson an admirable man? What does Holway say about this?

6. Is Gibson an appropriate subject for a series on "Black Americans of Achievement"? Might young readers receive a false impression of what is considered admirable in a person?

7. What is the purpose of Josh Gibson? Does it fulfill its purpose?

8. Does Holway make it clear why Gibson was distressed over how much money he earned, even though he was very well paid during the Great Depression when compared to most Americans?

9. What factors, other than money, about...