Mexico
R. Conrad Stein
An introduction to the geography, history, economy, culture, government, and people of the very varied country of Mexico.
Read Time: ~5.3 hr
Sporting heroes
by Jane Bingham (2009)
About this book
Sporting Heroes includes some of the world's most dynamic and successful characcters in the world of sport, from Don Bradman to Jesse Owens and Steffi Graf to Muhammad Ali. It provides a fascinating insight into the experiences and achievements of these talented and inspirational people and sheds light on how they became so successful in their chosen sport.
Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreSporting heroes Lead Character
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