Messi - by Sean Deveney (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

"You have to fight to reach your dreams."

From his start as the smallest kid on the team to his emergence as the greatest soccer player in the world, Lionel Messi's journey to stardom is a master class in excellence. "The Atomic Flea" shattered records with his nimble, left-footed dribbling and prolific goal scoring, and won millions of fans on his beleaguered quest to win the World Cup. Messi: Life Lessons from a Legend details #10's biggest struggles and triumphs playing for Barcelona, Argentina, Paris Saint-Germain, and Inter Miami. His story acts as a road map to success for anyone with the courage and passion to chase their own dreams.

- Inspiring quotes from Messi himself
- A biographical look at Messi's early years, his rise to fame, and his most spectacular achievements
- Original full-color art that captures the spirit of a champion
- Guiding truths and hard-earned lessons to help you crush your own goals

About the Author

Sean Deveney is a veteran sportswriter and the author of eight books, including The History of the NBA in Twelve Games, Fun City, Greed and Glory, and Before Wrigley Became Wrigley. Sean writes articles for Heavy Sports and Forbes and was a longtime contributor to The Sporting News. He lives in Massachusetts with his partner, Carrie, and his daughter, Maisie.

Gilang Bogy creates digital illustrations for brands and companies around the world, including Coca-Cola Germany, Eurosport, and AIG Japan. His pop-art, geometric style takes its cues from his native Indonesia. You can see his latest work on Instagram @gilangbogy.