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Inspirational, touching, and worthwhile!
Michelle's story is one of courage and determination.Soccer fans in particular will be interested in what she has to say, but even those who don't appreciate the sport should be touched by what she's endured. A TRUELY INSPIRATIONAL BOOK FOR ANYONE
I am a young soccer player who suffers from CFS. After reading this book I became inspired to work even harder. It is a great read for any soccer player or anyone who suffers from CFS. A wonderful book! Thank youMichelle!

Great inspiration
For those who battle hard and never quit, Michelle's story is a great inspiration and story of hope, faith and perseverance. Great details about the Olympics and the US Women's Team as well. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Biography / Autobiography    2. Inspirational    3. Inspirational - General    4. Sports    5. Sports - General    6. Women    7. Christianity    8. Chronic Illness    9. Olympics    10. Soccer   

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Flo Jo and the Funny Suits
(3 elementary students: ...): It's a very interesting book. It tells about Flo Jo's one-legged suits and her unique personal style. It inspires people never to give up on something you love a lot. There were times when Flo Jo was worried she wouldn't be able to compete, but somehow she perservered through the difficult times. In this book you will find out that Flo Jo made many new world records in running. (We don't understand how she could sign autographs with her six-inch long fingernails!!) Flo Jo wasn't allowed to run in the hand off relay because her fingernails were too long. In the end, the the coacheslet her keep them (the second time). We would recommend this book for people who are looking for a good biography and love running. We think the reading level for this book is appropriate for grades 3 and up, or as a Read Aloud for grades 2 and up. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Biography    2. Biography & Autobiography - People of Color    3. Biography & Autobiography - Sports & Recreation    4. Children's 9-12 - Biography / Autobiography    5. Children: Grades 4-6    6. Juvenile Nonfiction    7. Juvenile literature    8. Olympics    9. Runners (Sports)    10. Sports & Recreation - Soccer    11. Sports & Recreation - Track & Field    12. Sprinting    13. United States   

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Shearer's 4 star story
A book explaining the life of such an incredible player HAD to be interesting, no matter how poorly written, and even if it was in another languege. Luckily, this is very well written and very interesting. And most importantly, its in English. It tells you lots of interesting facts, and tells about his most important achievements, plus some humorous stories. It jumps around a bit, but explains from childhood to just about now, and is well worth reading! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. General    2. History    3. History: World    4. Biography: sport    5. England    6. Soccer (Association football)   

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The Far Corner
This is the best read I've had in ages.An extremely humorous account of one man's winter spent visiting numerous football grounds on match days in the North East of England, a traditional hot bed for the game. So many accurate 'tell it like it is' observations of the local outlook on life in general.

If you buy just one book about "soccer"....
buy this one.
The funniest look at football in a long time!
If you've ever wondered why football is such a followed tradition amongst the English hordes, this book should give you the clearest indication yet. It follows the life of one football fan as he travels around as many of thegrounds in the North East of England as he can. With wonderful commentry,Pearson conveys the passion, the pride and the downright ridiculous of theaverage football fan. This book is a must for those that wish to relivethose days of pints, pies and scarfs and an even greater must for those whowish to find out what all the fuss is about. A glowing testiment to thegame, although some of the characters described might not agree! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Soccer    2. Sports    3. Sports & Recreation    4. Humour    5. North & North East England    6. SOCCER_BIOGRAPHY    7. SPORTS_GREAT BRITAIN    8. Soccer (Association football)    9. Sports & Recreation / Soccer    10. c 1990 to c 2000   

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Best Book I have ever read to my class!!!!
This is an awesome book that I strongly recommend you buy if you love socccer or are just looking for an all around great book. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. 1972-    2. Biography    3. Biography & Autobiography - Sports & Recreation    4. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Nonfiction    5. Children: Grades 3-4    6. Hamm, Mia,    7. Juvenile Nonfiction    8. Juvenile literature    9. Readers - Beginner    10. Soccer players    11. Sports & Recreation - Soccer    12. Sports & Recreation - Track & Field    13. United States    14. Women soccer players   

Subjects:  1. Biography: sport    2. Soccer (Association football)   

Subjects:  1. Gardening    2. Biography: sport    3. Soccer (Association football)   

Subjects:  1. Biography/Autobiography    2. Soccer    3. Sports & Recreation    4. England    5. History of specific subjects    6. Soccer (Association football)   

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Praise for More Than Goals
"As one of the most gifted players in U.S. soccer history and national team captain, Claudio Reyna has helped the team to be more successful and competitive internationally. Through his professional experiences in Germany, Scotland, and England, he's become a great pro and a wonderful student of the game. More Than Goals is a special look at what motivates this great player and how he's developed his skills. I highly recommend this book to all soccer enthusiasts." Claudio and Mike nailed it
Tired of typical linear, from-youth-to-star books? Unsatisfied with "how-to" drills? If so, this is the perfect antidote. Much More Than A How-To
The U.S.'s greatest soccer star, Claudio Reyna, has always put more effort in his game than most players, and he does the same thing in this book. Instead of simply writing an autobiography, or an instruction manual, he does both in More Than Goals. And he does it with great style too, using his own personal experiences to illustrate the general principles and techniques that have made him one of the world's premiere players. If you're a fan who wants to know more about Claudio, or a player who wants to learn how to take your game to the next level, this book is for you... ... Read more

Subjects:  1. 1973-    2. Biography    3. Biography / Autobiography    4. Personal Memoirs    5. Reference    6. Reyna, Claudio,    7. Soccer    8. Soccer players    9. Sports    10. Sports & Recreation    11. Sports - General    12. United States    13. Soccer (Association football)   

Subjects:  1. Biography: sport    2. England    3. General    4. Soccer    5. Soccer (Association football)    6. Sports & Recreation    7. Biography & Autobiography / General    8. GREAT BRITAIN_BIOGRAPHY    9. SOCCER_BIOGRAPHY   

Subjects:  1. Biography / Autobiography    2. General    3. Biography: sport    4. Soccer (Association football)   

Subjects:  1. Biography: sport    2. Soccer (Association football)   

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Sensational Biography
Denis Law may be unknown to Americans, but his status in 1960s Britain was as high as Joe Namath's was stateside in the same period. Law was the schoolboy's pin-up in this period, transforming soccer with an aggresive, attacking instinct that thrilled crowds for his club Manchester United. That he later went on to effectively relegate his old club while playing for United's crosstown rivals Manchester City has only added to the Law legend. Brian Hughes book documents a career and a character with few rivals, and explains why a portly middle-aged man is still revered in Manchester as 'The King'. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Biography: sport    2. Soccer (Association football)   

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Subjects:  1. Football - General    2. General    3. Soccer    4. Sports    5. Sports & Recreation    6. FOOTBALL PLAYERS    7. SOCCER_BIOGRAPHY    8. SOCCER_HISTORY    9. Scotland    10. Soccer (Association football)    11. Sports & Recreation / Football   

Subjects:  1. Biography: sport    2. England    3. Management & management techniques    4. Postwar period, 1945 to c 2000    5. Soccer (Association football)   

Subjects:  1. Biography: sport    2. Soccer (Association football)   

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Great read about a great guy
Having watched most of his playing days i knew he was a guy or great integrity, and reading the book has only further enforced that belief. He is a humble guy who lives a life that many hard working middle class guys do, only he has money. Niall is a classy guy, who knows how to enjoy life, but also tries to help people. A model citizen and a sporting role model that kids can look up to. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Biography: sport    2. Ireland    3. North & North East England    4. Quinn, Niall    5. Soccer (Association football)   

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9 and love it
I brought this book for my daughter who plays soccor and had to read a biography for school. She loved it and read it aleast three times! She is an average reader andwas able to read it on her own. Now I'll buy more books about Mia. Go for it!

Loved it!
This was an awesome book! Mia is a really great player and this book told all about her life, family, and determination. I found out that even though she's had a lot of success, she's had difficulties too. I recommend it toanyone who likes Mia Hamm or soccer. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. 1972-    2. Biography    3. Biography & Autobiography - Sports & Recreation    4. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Biography    5. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Fiction    6. Children: Grades 4-6    7. Hamm, Mia,    8. Juvenile Nonfiction    9. Juvenile literature    10. Soccer    11. Soccer players    12. Sports - General    13. United States    14. Women   

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Subjects:  1. Biography & Autobiography    2. Biography/Autobiography    3. General    4. Soccer    5. Sports & Recreation    6. Biography: sport    7. SOCCER_BIOGRAPHY    8. Soccer (Association football)    9. Sports & Recreation / Soccer    10. c 1980 to c 1990    11. c 1990 to c 2000   

Subjects:  1. Essays    2. Soccer    3. Sports & Recreation    4. Biography & Autobiography / Sports    5. Soccer (Association football)