The Closer: Young Readers Edition - by Mariano Rivera (Paperback)

Name: The Closer: Young Readers Edition - by Mariano Rivera (Paperback)
Brand: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
SKU: 50464044
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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 Books for Young Readers

Theme: Sports & Recreation

Format: Paperback

Author: Mariano Rivera

Language: English

Street Date: February 16, 2016

TCIN: 50464044

UPC: 9780316284134

Item Number (DPCI): 248-07-3870

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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