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Sports Heroes

Inspiring tales of athletes who stood up and out

Mia Cassany author Iker Ayestaran illustrator

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Hachette Children's Group

Published:14th Apr '22

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A compilation of 16 inspiring stories from international athletes having overcome challenges such as racism, discrimination against women, inequality or preconceived ideas. A beautifully inspirational and educational lesson that you can achieve anything you want and win against all odds.

A compilation of 16 inspiring stories from international athletes having overcome challenges such as racism, discrimination against women, inequality or preconceived ideas. An inspirational and educational lesson that you can achieve anything you want and win against all odds.

This book isn't about the most amazing sports victories; it is about how important it is not give up and about learning to overcome life's many challenges and fighting for what you believe in. It delves into examples of some sportspersons who have been able to innovate or fight against prejudice.

Athletes featured: Muhammad Ali (USA), Dick Fosbury (USA), Gerry López (USA), Edurne Pasaban (Spain), Gertrude Ederle (USA), Jackie Robinson (USA), André Agassi (France), Sonja Henie (Norway), Pelé (Brazil), Gino Bartali & Fausto Coppi (Italy), Nadia Comâneci (Romania), Katherine Switzer (Germany), Harry Vardon (UK), Chester Williams (South Africa), Ma Long (China), Patty McGee (USA).

ISBN: 9781914519000

Dimensions: 272mm x 234mm x 10mm

Weight: 400g

40 pages