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March 2006
by Sports Publishing LLC
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Hardcover, 228 pages
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1582619980
(isbn13: 9781582619989)
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Eight medals, including six gold and two bronze. Michael Phelps used the Olympic Games in Athens as his breakout event. Already known in the swimming ...more
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Read in August, 2008
Who doesn't love Michael Phelps right now? I've been a big fan since the 2004 Athens Olympics, but I had no idea that he had an autobiography until Bob Costas mentioned it on air a few days ago in the midst of the medal frenzy. Despite being a fan, I thought it was a little ridiculous that the guy wrote an autobiography at 19. I think the timing would have been better after these games, but, ah, the glory of hindsight. If you're into swimming, it's great. If you're into Michael Phelps, it's grea...more
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Read in November, 2008
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Michael Phelps fans
The first half of this book was a look into the personality of Michael Phelps and the events that brought him to fame. It was the best part. I was very inspired by his determination and charcter. Not only was he a great swimmer, but he was a down to earth good guy. He was gracious, kind and humble (with confidence). I loved the stories of how he learned from others while climbing the ladder of success. The last half of the book was full of statistics, races and endorsements. Although inte...more
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Read in August, 2008
Ironic... this book is called Beneath the Surface, but it just seems to scratch the surface of his career. The book goes something like this: I swam x meters today to train for big race y. I had an argument with my coach. Drove to McDonalds to eat. They know my order and have it ready when I drive up. I raced, won again, and bought my mom a car with the sponsorship money. I swam x meters today...
Maybe he is just too young to have many deep insights. Perhaps he has spent so much ti...more
Maybe he is just too young to have many deep insights. Perhaps he has spent so much ti...more
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Read in January, 2009
He threw in some personable details (such as the "race" to get a dog), but overall I wasn't incredibly impressed. Everything seemed rushed (then again, he is the world's fastest swimmer, so he's used to going fast), and it left the reader kind of bored.
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Read in October, 2008
It takes a lot of work to be as accomplished as Mr. Phelps at such a young age. Lots of determination and hard work.
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12/13/08
Kim
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I really liked this book. It was fun to see all of his hard work before he even won in the Beijing Olympics.
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Read in October, 2008
recommends it for:
anybody who loves swimming.
i love michael phelps and i borrowed this book from a friend and absolutely loved it!
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i read this in two nights. i was compelled to read it becuase of my obsessive nature, and MP is my current fixation. it was very easy to read most likely because the author was a teenager. there were even photos in the center of the book. :) i thought it was cute that he threw in all these tids and bits that really had no relevence to his story.. like how in one city he earned the nickname "mr clam chowder". or how he used to watch his friends sled, cause he coudln't participate for fe...more
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07/27/08
Sherese
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I'm just a little obsessed with Michael Phelps right now. First noticed him during 2004 Olympics in Athens during impromptu sleep over at friend's house due to category 5 Hurricane in Florida that left my own apartment without electricity. While seeking air conditioning, light and food we remained glued to the big screen TV watching the swimmers with their "Hot" bodies. Always thought Michael Phelps was a great athlete, but after the US Olympic Trials last month I am now hooked and sta...more
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Read in September, 2008
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I don't like sports. I don't play any sports. But I am a superfan of sports autobiographies! Really wanted to read this book to get more of an idea of what his mom and coach are like, but I can't help being blown away by his accomplishments. Made me feel like a lazy loser. At least now I am a motivated lazy loser.
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Phelps is pretty amazing. If you are wondering what he's all about, his book gives a very humble account. Even though he had help writing this book, his accounts of his races are pretty amazing-I felt I was there with each account. You also learn why he's an amazing swimmer & one of the best athletes around.
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I took this one from my daughter. I enjoyed reading about his life after watching the Olympics. It was interesting to see how he grew into the swimmer that he is today. I also enjoyed reading about his sisters (also swimmers) and his family life. The book was written after the Olympics in Sydney in 2004.
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09/04/08
Eve
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hey shut up I love this guy and am not ashamed. No the best written but gives some insights I did not know before the olympics.
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3.5 stars. Worth reading if you're a fan of Phelps but not that special if you're not.
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Phelps ROCKS! I can't get enough of him, and I enjoyed this book!
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