Books with author Michael J. Sandel

For Sergeant Brad Kasal, a U.S. Marine who served in the Iraq War, November 14, 2004, is a day that he'll never forget. During a battle against insurgents in Fallujah, Iraq, he used his body to shield an injured soldier from an enemy grenade. Through this courageous act, Sgt. Kasal saved that soldier's life while putting his own at great risk. This is just one of many acts of courage recounted in Today's Marine Heroes, a riveting book about U.S. Marines serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. Written in a narrative format, the profiles in courage included in Today's Marine Heroes will keep readers turning the pages. Large action photos, fact boxes, and maps enrich these true stories of bravery and valor.

Dwyane Wade is a hero both on and off the basketball court. As a high-scoring superstar for the Miami Heat, Dwyane has led his team to an NBA championship and is one of the most popular players in the league. His talents and achievements aren't limited to basketball, however. Dwyane also puts his skills to use with the Wade's World Foundation, an organization he founded in 2003. The foundation's mission is to make a difference in the lives of countless children in underserved communities. In Dwyane Wade, readers will follow this NBA superstar's amazing basketball career and discover how he has made a difference in people's lives both on and off the court. Large, full-color action photos and engaging text will keep readers turning the pages for more.

Many people consider Peyton Manning to be the NFL's greatest active quarterback. He led the Indianapolis Colts to a Super Bowl victory in 2007, and has earned more MVP awards than any other player in NFL history. Peyton's success comes from his hard work and dedication to the game, but he also gives credit to his family, coaches, and the fans for their support. Because they played a big role in helping him, Peyton wanted to give others the chance to have the same opportunities that he did. So he started the Peyback Foundation to give back to others through athletic and leadership programs for young people. In Peyton Manning, readers will follow Peyton's amazing football career and also discover how he's made a difference in kids' lives through his foundation. Engaging text and large, full-color photos of Peyton in action will keep readers turning the pages for more.

In Race Horses, young students will have a thrilling adventure as they discover the exciting world of racing. Written in a narrative style that profiles champion horses in action, Race Horses introduces kids to the long history of the sport of kings. They'll read about the different competitive horse races held around the world, and learn how different breeds are trained to become champions of the race track. Along the way, kids will meet such famous champion horses as Secretariat and Man o' War, as well as the jockeys who ride them. Kids also will encounter the sport's dangerous side, so tragically illustrated by the disaster that befell Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro in the 2006 Preakness Stakes.

All season long, Mike Lowell and the Boston Red Sox had one goal—to win the World Series. Now, they were facing the red-hot Colorado Rockies in the 2007 series. Boston had beaten Colorado in three straight games. One more win and the Red Sox would be champions. Mike, a talented third baseman and a cancer survivor, had helped Boston win games all season. Now, in the most important game of the year, he was ready to do it again. In Mike Lowell and the Boston Red Sox, young sports fans will follow Mike on his incredible journey from beating cancer all the way to his MVP performance in the 2007 World Series. Large, full-color action photos and engaging narrative text will keep readers on the edge of their seats as they cheer on Mike and the Red Sox.