Their Greatest Victory: 24 Athletes Who Overcame Disease, Disability and Injury

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This book profiles 24 athletes who overcame seemingly insurmountable medical odds to attain athletic success. Each profile describes the athlete's problem, the medical issues he or she faced, how success was achieved despite the setback, and the personal qualities that helped the athlete to prevail.

Part I features 15 athletes who dealt with diseases and physical disabilities, including Babe Didrikson Zaharias (cancer), Ron Santo (diabetes),...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0786473053

ISBN13:9780786473052

Release Date:August 2013

Publisher:McFarland & Company

Length:304 Pages

Weight:1.20 lbs.

Dimensions:0.8" x 6.9" x 9.9"

Age Range:18 years and up

Grade Range:Postsecondary and higher

Related Subjects

Biographical Biographies Biographies & History Biography & History Health Health, Fitness & Dieting Health, Fitness & Dieting Sports & Outdoors Sports & Recreation

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