From School Library Journal
Grade 3-6. Christopher begins with Agassi's early childhood and ends in 1996 when he won a gold medal at the Summer Olympics. In addition to describing the athlete's triumphs, Christopher discusses his losses as well as his behavior problems exhibited on the court at the beginning of his career. A grouping of glossy black-and-white photographs as well as a page of career highlights appear at the center of the book. A serviceable biography for tennis fans.?Rachel Fox, Port Washington Public Library, NY
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Product Description
Matt Christopher, the #1 sports writer for kids, focuses on Andre Agassi, the controversial tennis phenomenon whose image is as hard-hitting as his playing. Real-life sports action plus the author's easy-to-read style equals a sports biography not to be missed.