On the Court with... Venus and Serena Williams (Paperback)

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Editorial Reviews

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Gr. 4-6. This latest addition to the Matt Christopher Sports Bio Bookshelf series covers the dual careers of Venus and Serena Williams, setting their place in tennis history, a topic that is well explored. The book focuses primarily on the older Venus, but follows both women from early childhood through 2001 wins. The women are presented as strong, well-educated people devoted to their families and proud of their accomplishments. Controversial topics are discussed, including the role their father has played in their careers and the positive and negative effects race has had on the sisters' popularity and the responsibility they feel because of who they are. Detailed scenes of actual tennis matches will seem long to those more interested in the biographical information. An inset of black-and-white photos captures the women's appeal. Stats and time lines are included. Marta Segal
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Product Description

The Williams sisters have captured the attention of the tennis crowd like no one has in recent years. Taken alone, each is a force to be reckoned with on the court. Each has the skills, the determination, and the strength to make it to the very top of her sport. Yet through all the competition-even times when they face each other on opposite sides of the net-they remain true to each other.

Serena has just won the Wimbledon 2002 singles title by defeating her sister and is currently ranked #1 in the world. Playing as partners, Venus and Serena won the Wimbledon 2002 doubles championship as well.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers (June 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0316138142
• ISBN-13: 978-0316138147
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #487,302 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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