Michael Phelps: The Untold Story of a Champion

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Michael Phelps: The Untold Story of a Champion

By  Bob Schaller , Foreword by  Jason Lezak , Introduction by  Rowdy Gaines
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A revealing biography of the Olympic champion swimmer Michael Phelps that includes exclusive interviews with his family, teammates, and friends and never-before-revealed details about his life.

Michael Phelps is an American sports hero, perhaps the greatest Olympic athlete the world has ever known. His unprecedented eight gold medals in the 2008 Summer Olympics have made him a superstar. But his journey to Olympic immortality is every bit as compelling as his achievements in the pool. From learning to cope with ADHD to the story of how Phelps became the greatest swimmer ever, Phelps' tale is told in full detail here for the first time.

The author, Bob Schaller, has known Phelps and his coach for more than eight years, and has extensively interviewed him, along with his mother, sisters, coach, and teammates. Filled with revelations, career statistics, and insightful analysis of how Phelps achieved the seemingly impossible, this is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn the complete story behind the legend.

Former journalist Bob Schaller has written numerous articles for USA Swimming and its magazine, Splash. He is the author of several books, including NEVER STOP PUSHING: My Life from a Wyoming Farm to the Olympic Medals Stand, about Olympic gold medalist wrestler Rulon Gardner and WHAT THOUGH THE ODDS: Haley Scott’s Journey of Faith and Triumph.

ISBN: 9780312573812

ISBN-10: 9780312573812

Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin

Publication Date: 10/21/2008 - 12:00am

On Sale: 10/21/2008 - 12:00am

Pages: 272

Language: English

Categories

Biography & Autobiography / Sports

Sports & Recreation / Water Sports / Swimming & Diving