Books with author Illugi Jökulsson

World Soccer Legends Everything you need to know about most exciting clubs and the best players on the planet. Messi Learn all about Messi from his soccer debut at the age of five to his favorite food to the famous singer he’s named after Obstacles he’s overcome on his path to winning FIFA’s highest honors Action shots and tactical breakdowns of his epic goals Fun facts and all the stats on the “Flea of La Masia!” A portion of the book’s proceeds are donated to the Hugo Bustamante AYSO Playership Fund, a national scholarship program to help ensure that no child misses the chance to play AYSO Soccer. Donations cover the cost of registration and a uniform for a child in need. AYSO Soccer is a family experience and an opportunity to create memories for a lifetime. The positive environment of AYSO is the right place for kids to learn soccer, but it’s also where they learn important life lessons, social skills and get active.

The best-selling guide to today’s most exciting players, completely revised and updated Here are the best of the best, from legends like Messi and Ronaldo to dynamic newcomers like Kylian Mbappé. This lively book features short biographies of some thirty stars in all―goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and attackers. With the same action-packed photos and colorful graphics that fans have come to expect from the critically acclaimed World Soccer Legends series, Stars of World Soccer shows what it takes to be at the top of the game. Color illustrations throughout

World Soccer Legends Everything you need to know about most exciting clubs and the best players on the planet. U.S. Men's Team 100 years of U.S. soccer!Biographies of current stars—including Altidore, Dempsey, and Donovan—and the next generation of American soccer legendsRead all about the U.S. Team’s six back-to-back World Cup appearancesFun facts and all the stats on the new stars on the field! A portion of the book’s proceeds are donated to the Hugo Bustamante AYSO Playership Fund, a national scholarship program to help ensure that no child misses the chance to play AYSO Soccer. Donations cover the cost of registration and a uniform for a child in need. AYSO Soccer is a family experience and an opportunity to create memories for a lifetime. The positive environment of AYSO is the right place for kids to learn soccer, but it’s also where they learn important life lessons, social skills and get active.

World Soccer Legends Everything you need to know about most exciting clubs and the best players on the planet. Ronaldo Learn all about Ronaldo from his childhood in Madeira to his favorite food to his car collectionInside scoop on his successes with Manchester United, Portugal, and Real MadridAction shots and tactical breakdowns of his winning gamesFun facts and all the stats on the ultimate soccer player! A portion of the book’s proceeds are donated to the Hugo Bustamante AYSO Playership Fund, a national scholarship program to help ensure that no child misses the chance to play AYSO Soccer. Donations cover the cost of registration and a uniform for a child in need. AYSO Soccer is a family experience and an opportunity to create memories for a lifetime. The positive environment of AYSO is the right place for kids to learn soccer, but it’s also where they learn important life lessons, social skills and get active.

Winner of 21 grand slams, Serena Williams has captivated the world with her stunning match upsets, bold playing style, and even fashion savvy. Making a splash in the tennis world with her sister, Venus, she has gone on to win more singles, doubles, and mixed double titles combined than any other player competing today. Learn about Serena’s childhood in California and how her fierce determination and intensive training led her to the top of the sport’s ranks, despite challenges along the way. This engaging and informative book includes details of Williams’s historic early career, vivid photos of her powerful playing on the court, little-known facts, and all the stats on the most famous woman in tennis.

May 2016 saw Leicester City with the first-ever league win in its 132-year history. Only a year earlier, the team was in last place mid-season and in danger of being bumped to a lower tier. With intense resolve and the arrival of a new coach, Claudio Ranieri, everything changed. Ranieri strategized and celebrated the team’s notoriously “simple,” counterintuitive playing style. With his encouragement—and highly motivating pizza parties—Leicester City soon had win after win, and jaw after jaw began to drop. Today, experts say this incredible turn of events is not only one of the most amazing achievements in soccer, but one of the most incredible upsets in the history of sports.With an engaging narrative and profiles of key players, Abbeville’s Leicester City tells this heartwarming story of perseverance, perfect for any young reader who loves a great David and Goliath story.

You may recognize these names—Maria Sharapova and Serena Williams, Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer—as the best tennis players in the world. But how did they get their start? What were the challenges they faced, and who helped them along the way? In this colorful and entertaining book, learn about your favorite players and discover how they became the best of the best. With vivid action shots and biographies of more than 20 men and women competing today, this book offers a super-group survey with fascinating facts, action-packed photos, and the latest statistics.