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Loading... Martina & Chrissie: The Greatest Rivalry in the History of Sportsby Phil Bildner
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Traces the friendship and rivalry of tennis stars Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert.
This nonfiction picture book takes you behind the scenes of the friendship and rivalry of tennis stars Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert. In the 1970s and 1980s they faced off in epic duels and classic showdowns. Since their retirements from tennis, they have remained friends and support each others in their efforts and endeavors. No library descriptions found. |
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 Google Books — Loading...GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)796.342092The arts Recreational and performing arts Athletic and outdoor sports and games Ball sports Racquet sports Tennis Tennis Biography And HistoryLC ClassificationRatingAverage: (3.75)
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In addition to tracing the history of Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert’s friendship and rivalry, this compelling picture book biography also weaves in historical information that provides a global context.
Brett Helquist’s engaging and realistic illustrations bring the competition to life for readers. The book concludes with a timelines and addition sources.
Librarians know that sports biographies are popular. With the current popularity of tennis, young women will be particularly drawn to this fierce rivalry.
To learn more about the author, go to https://philbildner.com/.
To learn more about the illustrator, go to http://www.bretthelquist.com.
Published by Candlewick Press on March 14, 2017. ARC courtesy of the publisher. (