Beneath the Surface: My Story
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Book Overview
Peek into the mind of a champion swimmer Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian of all time (28 medals, including 23 gold) In this candid memoir, Phelps talks openly about his battle with attention deficit disorder, the trauma of his parents' divorce, and the challenges that come with being thrust into the limelight. Readers will relive all the heart-stopping glory as Phelps completes his journey from the youngest man to ever set a world swimming record in 2001, to an Olympic powerhouse in 2008, to surpassing the greatest athlete of ancient Greece, Leonidas of Rhodes, with 13 triumphs in 2016. Athletes and fans alike will be fascinated by insights into Phelps's training, mental preparation, and behind-the-scenes perspective on international athletic competitions. A chronicle of Phelps's evolution from awkward teenager to record-breaking powerhouse, Beneath the Surface is a must-read for any sports fan.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1683580877
ISBN13:9781683580874
Release Date:October 2016
Publisher:Sports Publishing LLC
Length:320 Pages
Weight:0.90 lbs.
Dimensions:1.0" x 5.9" x 8.9"
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
A great book to read!!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
As soon as I received the book in the mail, I started reading it instantly. This book talks about his beginnings from a child, to the olympics in Athens. I felt I was with him at every step of the way to his stardom, while he describes his trials, feelings, innocence, growing up and messing up, learning through out his journey. I would definitely recommend this book for everyone.
A Must Read for Any Swimmer or Parent
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
Although this book leaves swim training to the coaches, this book offers the incredible journey of Michael Phelps from childhood swimming to the 2004 Olympics. As a college swimmer, it was a relief to read about his training and see similarities with my own. He offers lessons for life that are necessary for any young athlete. Phelps had help writing the book, but his words and experiences are still there. This man has been through a great deal and it is incredible to read of his sacrifice in the name of achieving greatness. It is written simply and easy to read. Inspirational and any athlete can relate. I love this book.
A nice book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
I think is a nice book, for the fans of Michael Phelps is really good, he shares important aspects of his life and is very interesting to see what this kid has overcome to be the best swimer in the world.
A GREAT Read
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
An excellent book with an inside look at the Olympic dream. Very well written and inspiring. t-minus until 2k8...
inspiring to swimmers everywhere
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
As a swimmer, I truely enjoyed watching Michael Phelps compete and succeed at the Athens games. So I was pretty excited when I heard he had a book out. I LOVED it!! It only took me one day. It is a really inspirational account about dedication and always giving your all. It sheds a whole new light on the sport in general, FINALLY giving it the attention it deserves. I absolutle love how Michael promotes the sport. The really great thing is that it is honest- he shares his veiws and feelings. It also wasnt a big book of times and races he was involved in. I absolutly, 110% LOVED it.
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