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The Heart of a Champion: Celebrating the Spirit and Character of America's Sports Heroes
The Heart of a Champion Celebrating the Spirit and Character of America's Sports Heroes Author:Frank Deford In this exciting new book, award-winning sports writer and commentator Frank Deford captures the inspirational stories of many of the greatest athletes and teams to appear on a Wheaties box. For more than 75 years, the Wheaties box has celebrated the essence of being a champion: the character of excellence, the spirit of achievement, and the tr... more »iumph of determination. The Heart of a Champion is not just a who's who of sports legends. It honors the lesser-known champions as well as the most recognized figures in sports over the last 75 years. The Heart of a Champion pays tribute to those men and women whose commitment, determination, courage and team effort exemplify the true spirit of the archetypal champion. This highly visual, compelling book focuses on the defining moments that turn an individual athlete or a team into a true champion. The stories and dramatic photographs of these athletes and their moments of triumph will inspire readers of all ages.« less