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: Critics appreciate that Jacobs doesn't "soften" Gibson’s early life, providing a realistic portrait of her "steeliness" and complex, often "aggressive" personality. althea gibson
: Some readers on The StoryGraph found the 18-hour audiobook version a "slog," noting it is very detailed and sometimes repetitive regarding match play. Several notable books and films covering the life
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