Beneath the Surface: My Story (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781613210635)

Just in time for the 2012 Olympics--prepare to peek into the mind of a champion with this newly updated edition of Michael Phelps' autobiography, Beneath the Surface.
In this candid memoir, Phelps talks openly about his battle with attention deficit disorder, the trauma of his parents' divorce, and the challenges that come with being thrust into the limelight. Readers worldwide will relive all the heart-stopping glory as Phelps completes his journey from the youngest man to ever set a world swimming record in 2001, to an Olympic powerhouse in 2008, and the most decorated Olympian in 2012. Athletes and fans alike will be fascinated by insights into Phelps' training, mental preparation, and behind-the-scenes perspective on international athletic competitions. A chronicle of Phelps' evolution from awkward teenager to media-savvy superstar, Beneath the Surface is a must-read for any sports fan.

Author: Michael Phelps, Brian Cazeneuve
ISBN-10: 1613210639
ISBN-13: 9781613210635
Publisher: Sports Publishing LLC
Language: English
Published: 09/22/2012
Pages: 312
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 8.90h x 6.10w x 0.50d