(Living Legends of Sports)

Explores the life of David Ortiz, including his childhood in the Dominican Republic, his many accomplishments, and his career as a professional baseball player.

A brief biography that introduces readers to the NBA basketball player Stephen Curry.

Explores the life of FIFA star Cristiano Ronaldo, focusing on his early soccer days, his draft onto a professional soccer team, and his life outside of soccer.

Text and color photographs explore the life and career of quarterback Tom Brady.

Provides an overview of the life of LeBron James, covering his childhood, high school and professional successes, and more.

Text and color photographs explore the life and career of quarterback Russell Wilson.

Though Von Miller is singular in purpose as a pass rusher who targets quarterbacks, there is nothing one-dimensional about him on the field or off it. This book will teach readers about the importance of becoming well-rounded in one's personal and professional lives. Miller embraces his family, even moving in with his parents after being drafted by Denver to ensure a positive lifestyle. He launched an effort to provide eyeglasses for underprivileged children. Furthermore, Miller works to be an all-around football player. This biography for middle school readers emphasizes the need to fill many roles in life.

The perseverance of Lindsey Vonn is inspiring. This engrossing narrative describes how Vonn overcame the estrangement from her father, numerous debilitating injuries, and difficult personal relationships to blossom into arguably the greatest World Cup alpine skier of all time. Readers understand the importance of setting goals, as Vonn did at age eight when she wrote of her desire to win Olympic gold. They learn as well about the need to battle through every obstacle in life to reach those goals. This entertaining book examines the life and skiing talents of an amazing athlete.

Calvin Megatron Johnson, star wide receiver for nine seasons with the Detroit Lions of the National Football League, was given his nickname during his rookie year because of his large size and amazing speed. Johnson's speed and acrobatic catches made him a standout player. In 2012, he broke wideout Jerry Rice's long-standing record of 1,848 receiving yards in a season by hitting an astounding 1,964 yards. In simple language, this book describes Johnson's skills and dedication to the game as well as his off-field work. In full-color photographs, readers observe some of Johnson's dazzling plays throughout his remarkable career.

Presents a biography of professional basketball player Stephen Curry, chronicling his path to success. Includes a timeline, fact boxes, color photographs, a glossary, and resources for further information.