Rising Above: How 11 Athletes Overcame Challenges in Their Youth to Become Stars
Gregory Zuckerman, with Elijah and Gabriel Zuckerman. Philomel, $17.99 (256p) ISBN 978-0-399-17382-0
Adult author and journalist Gregory Zuckerman (The Frackers) and his sons assemble a straightforward, often inspiring collection of short biographies of athletes who achieved greatness despite personal tragedies and other setbacks. Born in the Republic of the Congo, Serge Ibaka survived war and the death of his mother to go on to play with the NBA; tennis star Althea Gibson (the only woman included) proved her abilities on the court despite facing violent prejudice as an African-American athlete; and Major League Baseball player R.A. Dickey was a victim of sexual abuse. The underdog stories (basketball stars Dwyane Wade, Stephen Curry, and LeBron James are also included) reveal that dedication and perseverance pay off, as well as that sports can serve as needed outlets and refuges. Ages 8–12. [em](May)
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Reviewed on: 05/16/2016
Genre: Children's
Compact Disc - 978-1-6652-4672-9
Compact Disc - 978-1-5414-1468-6
Library Binding - 256 pages - 978-0-399-54570-2
MP3 CD - 978-1-6652-4673-6
MP3 CD - 978-1-5414-6468-1
Paperback - 256 pages - 978-0-14-751568-1
Pre-Recorded Audio Player - 978-1-5094-6625-2
