The Heart of a Champion
Author | : Bob Richards |
Publisher | : Revell |
Total Pages | : 144 |
Release | : 2009-08-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781441204530 |
ISBN-13 | : 1441204539 |
Rating | : 4/5 (30 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: What makes a champion? Olympic champion Bob Richards says it's the will to win no matter what the odds. In The Heart of a Champion, he shares the incredible stories of athletes who have overcome hardship, disability, racism, sexism, and more to become the best the world has ever seen. A celebration of hard work and the indomitable human spirit, this book captures Richards's contagious enthusiasm for individual greatness as well as the beauty of working as a team. These inspirational true stories have been loved for fifty years. Now repackaged for a new generation of athletes and coaches, The Heart of a Champion is poised to influence thousands more with its message of hope and perseverance.