Michael Phelps (Amazing Athletes) (Paperback)

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Product Description

U.S. swimmer Michael Phelps more than met the world's expectations at the 2008 Olympic Games. He already had eight medals - two bronze and six gold - from the 2004 Olympics. He left Beijing with a history-making eight more golds - one for every race he entered. His fourteen golds are the record number for any Olympian - ever. In addition, he set seven world records at the Games. Follow this hard-working swimmer from his days as a talented seven-year-old through his amazing performance in Beijing. --This text refers to the Library Binding edition.

About the Author

Jeffrey Zuehlke is the author of many books for Lerner Publishing Group, including Kevin Garnett, Johan Santana, and Curt Schilling for the Amazing Athletes series; Classic Cars and Concept Cars for the Motor Mania series; and Joseph Stalin for the Biography series. Mr. Zuehlke lives in St. Paul, Minnesota, with his family.

Jeffrey Zuehlke is the author of many books for Lerner Publishing Group, including Kevin Garnett, Johan Santana, and Curt Schilling for the Amazing Athletes series; Classic Cars and Concept Cars for the Motor Mania series; and Joseph Stalin for the Biography series. Mr. Zuehlke lives in St. Paul, Minnesota, with his family. --This text refers to the Library Binding edition.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4-8
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: LernerSports (January 30, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 082252631X
• ISBN-13: 978-0822526315
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 7.1 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #735,919 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Grandma's encouragement, January 18, 2007

By	Wanda Greene "bookaholic" (Laguna Niguel) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book can help a youngster understand the purpose of learning a sport and pushing a little harder than usual. My grandson finally realized why he was swimming laps and has helped him be a better swimmer. He's to young to read "Under the Surface" by himself, but he will grow into that book also.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Introduction of Michael Phelps, October 1, 2008

By	Agatha Foo - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book served a good purpose giving all a brief intro to the world of Michael Phelps!