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Mark Spitz: The Extraordinary Life of an Olympic Champion | 
 enlarge | Author: Richard J. Foster
Creators: Mark Spitz, Keith Jackson
Publisher: Santa Monica Press
Category: Book
List Price: $24.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  4 reviews
Sales Rank: 290385
Media: Hardcover
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 360
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.3
Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 6.2 x 1
ISBN: 1595800395
Dewey Decimal Number: 797.21092
EAN: 9781595800398
ASIN: 1595800395
Publication Date: July 1, 2008
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Product Description
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.
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A page-turning biography September 12, 2008
As a middle-of-the-road recreational swimmer, I heard of Spitz for the first time only last month and never thought that this biography would keep me busy, not least because the genre itself isn't a great favourite of mine (I own just a handful of biographies). All I can say is that, despite Phelps' success in surpassing Spitz by winning 8 medals, I hardly think he can ever equal his predecessor's charismatic personality and (to quote the subtitle) 'extraordinary life'. Though it's a pity the photos are reproduced in b/w, I recommend this book without hesitation. You don't have to have in interest in swimming or sport in general to own it: if 'story' is what insterests you, Spitz's story won't fail to move you.
Wow! August 2, 2008
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
I'm not an athlete, but I really enjoyed reading this book. Mark Spitz' extraordinary career is great on its own, but the fabulous references to historical events of the time made this a very interesting read. I read it in three sittings and wished there was more.
Bravo August 1, 2008
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
Fascinating read not just for swimmers but anyone who loves sports. Foster chronicles Spitz's life with verve and accuracy.
Mark Spitz: The Extraordinary Life of an Olympic Champion June 28, 2008
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
Great book on this Olympic icon. Very timely with the Olympics coming up. Don't have to be a sports fan to enjoy this book. Spitz was an amazing athlete and person and this book presents a lot of previously unkown stories about him.
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