Mark Spitz - The Extraordinary Life of an Olympic Champion (Hardcover)

Documenting his legendary performances at the 1972 Olympics--winning seven gold medals while breaking seven world records--this is the first biography to chronicle the amazing life story of renowned athlete Mark Spitz. Every aspect of his roller-coaster career is recorded, from an age-group prodigy and four-medal "flop" at the 1968 Olympics to an outstanding collegiate career at Indiana University and a gold-medal haul in 1972 followed by lucrative endorsements and an unsuccessful stint in entertainment. Personal stories are also included such as the role Spitz's father played in his career, stormy relationships with coaches and teammates, experiences as a Jewish athlete amidst anti-Semitism and the Munich massacre, and his impact on the commercialization of swimming. Career insights and behind-the-scenes anecdotes about Spitz and his competitors shed light on his complicated personality and round out the details of this swimming icon's story for old and new fans alike.

General

Imprint:	Santa Monica Press
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	March 2023
First published:	July 2008
Authors:	Richard Foster • Richard J. Foster
Dimensions:	236 x 161 x 21mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	288
ISBN-13:	978-1-59580-039-8
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Biography & autobiography > Sport Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation > Water sports & recreations > Swimming & diving > General Books > Biography > Sport
LSN:	1-59580-039-5
Barcode:	9781595800398

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