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Author: Michael Part
Publisher: Sole Books
Published: 2013-04-24
Total Pages: 161
ISBN-13: 1938591100
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The captivating story of soccer legend Lionel Messi, from his first touch at age five in the streets of Rosario, Argentina, to his first goal on the Camp Nou pitch in Barcelona, Spain. The Flea tells the amazing story of a boy who was born to play the beautiful game and destined to become the world's greatest soccer player.
Author: Sole Books
Publisher: Sole Books
Published: 2013-05-06
Total Pages: 161
ISBN-13: 1938591119
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: Mike Perez
Publisher: Carlton Books
Published: 2017-04
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781780979212
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →A visual celebration of the world's greatest soccer superstar Thanks to his sublime skill and incredible goal scoring, Lionel Messi is widely regarded as the world's finest soccer player. This stunning illustrated tribute explores Messi's entire glorious career, from his early years in Argentina to his triumphs as a four-time Champions League winner, five-time FIFA World Player of the Year, and winner of eight Spanish La Liga championships. Fully revised and updated to include the Copa America Centenario in June 2016, Lionel Messi will entertain fans with its fun features, fantastic photographs, and enlightening quotes.
Author: Sole Books
Publisher: Sole Books
Published: 2014-03-27
Total Pages: 152
ISBN-13: 1938591178
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Cristiano Ronaldo - The Rise of a Winner is the gripping life story of a boy who rose from the streets of Madeira to become one of the greatest soccer players ever. A heartfelt, startling tale of his journey to glory and what made him the man he is.
Author: Michael Part
Publisher: Sole Books
Published: 2014-11-15
Total Pages: 168
ISBN-13: 1938591208
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Neymar the Wizard is the fascinating coming-of-age story of Neymar da Silva Santos Junior, the skinny kid from Mogi das Cruzes, who has been called the next Pelé. Neymar has taken Brazil and the world by storm and continues to inspire millions of fans around the world with his talent, heart, and winning smile. Following the international bestsellers, The Flea the Amazing Story of Leo Messi and Ronaldo The Rise of a Winner, by Michael Part, Neymar The Wizard is the heartwarming and emotional story of a father and son, who, against all odds, made the journey from the edge of poverty, to international stardom, through love, conviction, and a young boy s belief in himself.
Author: Leonardo Faccio
Publisher: Anchor
Published: 2012-09-04
Total Pages: 178
ISBN-13: 0345802691
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →For soccer enthusiasts and sports fans in general, an in-depth look at the life of the beautiful game’s greatest star, Argentine footballer Lionel Messi. Whether you call it soccer, football, fútbol, or the “beautiful game," it is the most popular sport in the world, and Argentine footballer Lionel Messi stands as one of its finest players—not only of his time, but of all time. Admired around the globe for his athleticism, skill, and fierce competitiveness, Messi has, at the age of 24, already shattered records at one of the most storied clubs in the world, FC Barcelona. Now, in this comprehensive biography, Messi fans can learn more about his life and career. Argentine journalist Leonardo Faccio describes how Messi, as a talented youth player in Buenos Aires, left his home for Spain in search of the medical help his family could not afford to treat his rare hormone deficiency. Small of stature, but possessing tremendous natural gifts, Messi developed into a star at Barcelona’s famed Masia soccer school. In this book, Faccio has written not only a biography of an enigmatic celebrity, but a meditation on athletic genius, drawing on interviews with Messi himself, as well as with everyone from his family, teammates, childhood friends—even his favorite butcher. In-depth and intimate, soccer fans who enjoy watching Messi come alive on the field will delight as he comes alive on the page.
Author: Luca Caioli
Publisher: Icon Books Ltd
Published: 2012-01-05
Total Pages: 275
ISBN-13: 1906850194
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →El Pibe de Oro. The Golden Boy. Diego Maradona's unwaning shadow looms large over world football. In 2007 the brilliant Argentine chose Lionel Messi as his successor to the famous No. 10 shirt. But you can never be sure that potential will be fulfilled. Three years later, Messi – El Pulga, the Flea – is a European Champion, Olympic Gold Medallist, the most naturally gifted footballer on the planet and a hero to millions of fans across the globe. Champions, reporters and coaches blunder time and time again in their haste to find superstars. This time they got it right. Aged only 22, he shows a degree of maturity rarely seen on the soccer pitch. Yet underneath the layers of footballing brilliance, he is still the shy boy who describes his Maradona moment with disarming simplicity: 'I saw the gap and I went for it.' Transcending both club and country, he is a sporting god who prefers homemade cookies to brand name perfumes. Author Luca Caioli draws on exceptional testimonies. Messi's parents, Celia and Jorge, his bother Rodrigo and his uncles and aunts; his coaches at Grandoli and Newell's Old Boys; Charly Rexach, Alex García, Frank Rjikaard, Gianluca Zambrotta from Barcelona; Hugo Tocalli, Pancho Ferrero, el Coco Basile, Roberto Perfumo from Argentina. And to conclude, Leo Messi himself sizes up his life so far.
Author: Marie Morreale
Publisher: C. Press/F. Watts Trade
Published: 2016
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780531225639
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →As the biggest star in the world's most popular sport, Lionel "Leo" Messi is an international celebrity. But in many ways, he's just a regular guy. Readers (Grades 4-6) will learn about Leo's favorite foods and pastimes and find out how he likes to spend time with his family. They will also learn how he got his start as a soccer player and how he became an international superstar.
Author: Andy West
Publisher: Jaico Publishing House
Published: 2019-10-16
Total Pages: 289
ISBN-13: 9388423690
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Lionel Messi and the Art of Living is a bold, insightful and unique examination of a world famous sporting hero from an entirely new perspective, providing a context extending far beyond the football field. Although the details of Messi’s story are already well known, this book studies afresh and anew his glorious triumphs and his desperate failures, his ongoing evolution and his endless struggle to succeed. It encourages us to analyze and think about his career from a different viewpoint, revealing how his journey can be related to our own lives on a meaningful and impactful level. Containing extensive and illuminating exclusive interviews with deep thinkers and high achievers from a number of fields, this book delivers a vibrant and inspiring approach to a global icon. You will never look at Lionel Messi—or life—in the same way again. ANDY WEST has been writing professionally about soccer for 20 years, working in a number of different roles for the likes of Reading FC, Manchester City and the Football Association. Since 2012 he has been covering Spanish football for a variety of international media outlets, such as BBC Sport. “Leo is a generous and humble guy.” PABLO ZABALETA “He’s the greatest player in the history of the game.” BRENDAN RODGERS
Author: Jon M. Fishman
Publisher: Sports' Greatest of All Time (
Published: 2019-08
Total Pages: 36
ISBN-13: 1541556003
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →There are many amazing soccer players--but who are the greatest of all time? Readers will learn all about the sport, including its top stars, incredible statistics, and more, presented in an engaging top-ten format.
