Books in Legendary Athletes series

Looks at the life and career of the basketball and broadcasting star, from her youth and playing days to her coaching and broadcasting career.

Biography of legendary tennis player and activist Billie Jean King.

Looks at the life and career of the football and movie star, from his youth in Georgia and Long Island to his NFL and film career.

Tells the story of this athlete's early life, All-Star basketball career, and winning of three medals in track and field at the 1932 Olympics.

Biography of baseball legend Roberto Clemente.

Looks at the life and career of the basketball superstar, from his youth in Wilmington, North Carolina to his NBA championships.

A biography of the basketball superstar, from his childhood in Michigan through his record-breaking career with the Los Angeles Lakers to his off-court work promoting HIV/AIDS awareness.

Looks at the life and career of the hockey superstar, from his youth in Brantford, Ontario to his Stanley Cup championships.

Relates the story of the Olympic champ who had a huge impact on how African Americans were perceived, both at home and around the world.

An introduction to the life and career of soccer legend Pele.

Looks at the life and career of the baseball superstar, from his youth in Mobile, Alabama to his life after baseball.

Profiles Wilma Rudolph, who overcame childhood polio to become an Olympic medal-winning runner.