Beating the Odds — www.greenwood.com

Book flyer
MS Word
International
MS Word

Beating the Odds A Teen Guide to 75 Superstars Who Overcame Adversity

Mary Ellen Snodgrass

Book Code: GR4564

ISBN: 0-313-34564-3

ISBN-13: 978-0-313-34564-7

DOI:

368 pages, figure

Greenwood Press

Publication: 8/30/2008

List Price: $75.00 (UK Sterling Price: £41.95)

Availability: In Stock

Media Type: Hardcover

Also Available: Ebook

Trim Size: 7 x 10

Subjects:

Description: Some of the most successful people in our society have overcome great odds in order to achieve their dreams. Through courage and persistence, they have triumphed over a range of adversities and serve as models for students faced with similar circumstances. This book profiles the struggles and accomplishments of 75 such individuals from all walks of life. Each entry highlights the physical, psychological, social, or economic struggles of the person and discusses how the person won their battle against adversity. Among the individuals profiled are:

Mitch Albom

Roseanne Barr

Sandra Cisneros

Hillary Clinton

Pat Conroy

Michael J. Fox

Magic Johnson

Stephen King

Greg Louganis

Jessica Lynch

Colin Powell

Salman Rushdie

Martin Sheen

Henry Winkler

And many more.

The volume closes with an historical timeline, a list of films related to the achievements of these superstars, and a general bibliography. In addition to inspiring students to succeed against all odds, the book promotes respect for diversity and explores a host of social issues related to religious prejudice, eating disorders, medical conditions, poverty, and other concerns.

Table of Contents:

Acknowledgments
Preface
Text
Glossary
Filmography
General Bibliography

LC Card Number: 2008016572

LCC Class: HV1552

Dewey Class: 362

PDF Catalogs:
Greenwood School and Public Library Reference Spring 2008.pdf


All rights reserved. Copyright © 1999-2008 Greenwood Publishing Group, Inc. 88 Post Road West, Westport CT 06881, (203) 226-3571