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Beneath the Surface

My Story
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In Beneath the Surface, Olympic legend Michael Phelps shares an intimate account of his journey, from his early days in the pool to becoming the most decorated Olympian in history. The book delves into his training routines, personal struggles, and the dedication needed to achieve greatness, offering a candid look at both the triumphs and challenges faced throughout his career. Co-authored with Brian Cazeneuve, it provides a glimpse into the life of a remarkable athlete beyond the medals and records.
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You might enjoy this book if you are interested in the personal journey and achievements of one of the most decorated Olympians in history, Michael Phelps. It offers an insider's perspective on his experiences, inspirations, and challenges, making it a compelling read for sports enthusiasts and those who admire stories of persistence and triumph.

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Michael Phelps is one of history's greatest Olympic champions and may be the greatest swimmer of all time. In this book, Michael Phelps relives the glory of the 2004 Olympics and his record-breaking eight gold medals in 2008. It chronicles his journey from awkward teen to media-savvy superstar.

The autobiography of the greatest Olympian of all time updated to include the London Olympics 2012.

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Just in time for the 2012 Olympics—prepare to peek into the mind of a champion with this newly updated edition of Michael Phelps' autobiography, Beneath the Surface.

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 worldwide 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, and the most decorated Olympian in 2012.

Athletes and fans alike will be fascinated by insights into Phelps' training, mental preparation, and behind-the-scenes perspective on international athletic competitions.

A chronicle of Phelps' evolution from awkward teenager to media-savvy superstar, Beneath the Surface is a must-read for any sports fan.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781613210635

Publisher: Sports Publishing LLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 October 2012

Country: United States

Imprint: Sports Publishing LLC

Contributors:

  • Foreword by Bob Costas

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 386g

Pages: 312

About the Author

Bob Costasis a long-time broadcaster who has covered every major American sporting event throughout his career, as well as the winter and summer Olympic Games. Over the course of his career, Costas has won twenty-eight Emmy awards, and in 2012, he was inducted into the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association Hall of Fame.

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