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The Closer - by Mariano Rivera (Paperback)

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Highlights

  • The legendary, record-breaking Hall of Fame pitcher tells his inspiring story Mariano Rivera never dreamed of becoming a professional athlete.
  • 8-12 Years
  • 7.6" x 5.2" Paperback
  • 336 Pages
  • Juvenile Nonfiction, Biography & Autobiography

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Book Synopsis



The legendary, record-breaking Hall of Fame pitcher tells his inspiring story

Mariano Rivera never dreamed of becoming a professional athlete. He didn't grow up collecting baseball cards, playing Little League, or cheering on his home team at the World Series. He had never heard of Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, or Mickey Mantle. One day, that all changed.

From a childhood playing pickup games in Panama to an epic career with the New York Yankees, Mariano's rise to greatness has been anything but ordinary. He's the guy on the mound who doesn't hear the crowd, just the sound of the ump calling, Strike! The teammate you can rely on, even when the bases are loaded in the bottom of the ninth. Whether you know him as Mo or as the Sandman, Mariano is The Closer, and this is his story.

Full of tips for young athletes and tales from the Yankee clubhouse, The Closer: Young Readers Edition is an inspiring story of perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication that have defined the life of a baseball legend.



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"A must for young baseball fans."--School Library Journal



About the Author



Mariano Rivera was a New York Yankee for nineteen seasons. He is Major League Baseball's all-time saves and postseason ERA leader, a thirteen-time All-Star, and a five-time world champion. He and his wife, Clara, have three sons and live in New York.
Dimensions (Overall): 7.6 Inches (H) x 5.2 Inches (W) x 1.0 Inches (D)
Weight: .6 Pounds
Suggested Age: 8-12 Years
Number of Pages: 336
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
Sub-Genre: Biography & Autobiography
Publisher: Little Brown and Company
Theme: Sports & Recreation
Format: Paperback
Author: Mariano Rivera
Language: English
Street Date: February 1, 2016
TCIN: 50464044
UPC: 9780316284134
Item Number (DPCI): 248-07-3870
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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  • A: The book has a total of 336 pages.

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Q: Who is the author of this young readers edition?

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  • A: The author of the book is Mariano Rivera, a legendary baseball pitcher.

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