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Mark Spitz: The Extraordinary Life of an Olympic Champion eBook
by Richard J. Foster
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Mark Spitz: The Extraordinary Life of an Olympic Champion Summary
| Documenting his legendary performances at the 1972 Olympicsùwinning seven gold medals while breaking seven world recordsùthis 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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