Seeing Serena

Seeing Serena is a masterful, multifocal portrait of an icon at the height of her power. But it is more than that. It illuminates, and complicates, not only Williams, but also those who watch her. --Louisa Thomas, author of Louisa: The Extraordinary Life of Mrs. Adams Thoughtful. . . . Marzorati has written a deep, satisfying meditation on Serena's path. --The New York Times What would a year spent watch ing every Serena Williams tennis match yield? A portrait both on and off the court of one of the greatest ath letes of all time. New Yorker tennis writer Gerald Marzorati's Seeing Serena captures Williams' return to tennis follow ing the birth of her daughter and her influence and presence as a cultural icon. --Parade, Books We Love column With just enough backstory and supportive interviews, [Marzorati] effectively incorporates relevant history of Williams' previous Grand Slam tournaments while also examining her roles in challenging cultural norms and fighting for gender equality. Marzorati has an easy-to-read style and reveals the complexity of Williams' life, not just as an athlete, but also as a celebrity. --Booklist Readers who know more about Williams than her tennis career will learn about the game's intricacies while those already familiar with the game will benefit from subtler details. --Kirkus Reviews The level of this analysis is quite impressive. --Library Journal Well written. . . . This is a solidly reported book. --Publishers Weekly