Download or read book Lionel Messi written by Khadija Ejaz and published by Mitchell Lane Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2014 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Today, Messi is the greatest soccer player in the world, the greatest ever in the Juvenile Nonfiction / History / General [BISAC] of The Beautiful Game. But not too long ago, his dreams were almost destroyed by a childhood medical problem that wouldn't let him grow. How did that little boy, who came from a working class family in Argentina, defy such frightening odds? How did he become the biggest star of the most popular sport in the world? Start following the career of this record-shattering player today so that one day in the future you too can say that you lived in the time of Lionel Andres Messi.

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Download or read book The Flea The Amazing Story of Leo Messi written by Sole Books and published by Sole Books. This book was released on 2013-05-06 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Lionel Andres Messi written by Stefano Gabbana and published by Rizzoli International Publications. This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lionel Messi poses for a series of never-before-published photographs taken by Domenico Dolce especially for this unique book. Rising from Rosario, an Argentine town in Santa Fe Province, "Leo" has become the foremost soccer player in the world. He is the forward for FC Barcelona and the Argentine national team, as well as the winner of the Ballon d’Or for four years in a row since 2009. The portraits selected for this project disclose an unconventional Messi, very different from the one seen at matches. As a matter of fact, the book showcases the star player’s private, more intimate life captured by Domenico Dolce’s creativity and unfailing eye. The photographs will be printed on special gold and silver paper. The images lay bare the emotions, moods, and passions of this young athlete, who has succeeded in bravely overcoming adversity in order to fulfill his dream: to become the number one among the world’s top soccer players.

Download or read book Messi written by Leonardo Faccio and published by Anchor. This book was released on 2012-09-04 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For soccer enthusiasts and sports fans in general, an in-depth look at the life of the beautiful game’s greatest star, Argentine footballer Lionel Messi. Whether you call it soccer, football, fútbol, or the “beautiful game," it is the most popular sport in the world, and Argentine footballer Lionel Messi stands as one of its finest players—not only of his time, but of all time. Admired around the globe for his athleticism, skill, and fierce competitiveness, Messi has, at the age of 24, already shattered records at one of the most storied clubs in the world, FC Barcelona. Now, in this comprehensive biography, Messi fans can learn more about his life and career. Argentine journalist Leonardo Faccio describes how Messi, as a talented youth player in Buenos Aires, left his home for Spain in search of the medical help his family could not afford to treat his rare hormone deficiency. Small of stature, but possessing tremendous natural gifts, Messi developed into a star at Barcelona’s famed Masia soccer school. In this book, Faccio has written not only a biography of an enigmatic celebrity, but a meditation on athletic genius, drawing on interviews with Messi himself, as well as with everyone from his family, teammates, childhood friends—even his favorite butcher. In-depth and intimate, soccer fans who enjoy watching Messi come alive on the field will delight as he comes alive on the page.

Download or read book Who Is Lionel Messi written by James Buckley, Jr. and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2024-07-09 with total page 57 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Read all about Argentinian soccer superstar Lionel Messi and his legendary career in this book from Who HQ Now, the series featuring the trending topics and news makers of today. Lionel Messi loved soccer from an early age, often playing with his family members with encouragement from his grandmother. Now, he is regarded as one of the greatest players of all time! He is also one of the most decorated footballers in the world--having won 44 collective trophies, including seven Ballon d'Or awards, 2009 FIFA World Player of the Year, 2019 and 2022 Best FIFA Men's Player, and more. From making his first team debut at just sixteen years old in 2003 to breaking numerous longstanding records in 2012, to helping Argentina win the 2022 World Cup, Messi continues to wow fans with his finesse of the soccer ball. However, Lionel Messi stays true to his roots, never forgetting a small tribute to his grandmother each time he scores a goal by looking up and pointing to the sky. Learn about Lionel's epic career and his lifelong love for soccer in this illustrated biography for young readers.

Download or read book Lionel Messi and the Art of Living written by Andy West and published by Jaico Publishing House. This book was released on 2019-10-16 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lionel Messi and the Art of Living is a bold, insightful and unique examination of a world famous sporting hero from an entirely new perspective, providing a context extending far beyond the football field. Although the details of Messi’s story are already well known, this book studies afresh and anew his glorious triumphs and his desperate failures, his ongoing evolution and his endless struggle to succeed. It encourages us to analyze and think about his career from a different viewpoint, revealing how his journey can be related to our own lives on a meaningful and impactful level. Containing extensive and illuminating exclusive interviews with deep thinkers and high achievers from a number of fields, this book delivers a vibrant and inspiring approach to a global icon. You will never look at Lionel Messi—or life—in the same way again. ANDY WEST has been writing professionally about soccer for 20 years, working in a number of different roles for the likes of Reading FC, Manchester City and the Football Association. Since 2012 he has been covering Spanish football for a variety of international media outlets, such as BBC Sport. “Leo is a generous and humble guy.” PABLO ZABALETA “He’s the greatest player in the history of the game.” BRENDAN RODGERS

Download or read book Lionel Messi written by Carlos Sosa and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2014-09-29 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Despite his youth, Argentina's Lionel Messi (born in 1987) is already considered one of the greatest players in the history of soccer. Messi has amassed an impressive list of titles and trophies, and that list seems certain to grow in the coming years. But this international star didn't have an easy road to the top: he surmounted some difficult obstacles. The life of Lionel Messi is a testament to talent, sacrifice, love, pain, and hope. It is a story in which a single decision would change a destiny, a story in which the burning desire to play soccer would carry a desperate young man to heights he never dared imagine. Lionel Messi has shown the world that with grit and perseverance, nothing is impossible.

Download or read book Messi Superstar written by duopress labs and published by duopress. This book was released on 2016-03-21 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Millions of kids around the world know Lionel Messi and they all know he is really good. But do they know how good he really is? To answer this question, this engaging book goes beyond a traditional biography and describes Messi’s life and record-breaking career through the use of fun graphics, comparisons with past and present players, playful reader challenges, and pages chock-full of interesting facts. Lexile Level: 940L Guided Reading Level: P3

Download or read book Lionel Messi written by Karen Burshtein and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2015-07-15 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Between his time playing for Spain’s FC Barcelona team and his role on the Argentine national team, it’s surprising Lionel Messi has a life off the pitch. Yet, the most popular soccer legend of our time keeps a busy schedule that far exceeds his notable accomplishments on the field. Readers will find all the details of Messi’s life, including his early struggles with a growth hormone deficiency, his intense years of training as a teenager, and his launch into superstardom as a World Cup star. In addition to his career, the text also covers Messi’s family life, multimillion-dollar endorsements, and admirable charity work.

Download or read book Lionel Messi written by Deepak Gupta and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-03-17 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: LIONEL MESSI: THE BEST PERSON EVER (Full Name: Luis Lionel Andres Messi) THE WORLD HAVE EVER SEEN IS FOCUSING ON THE WHOLE LIFE STORY OF LIONEL MESSI. IN THIS BOOK, I HAVE DETAILED LOT OF THINGS ABOUT HIM, SOME ARE AS FOLLOWS: -HIS LIFE AND EARLY YEARS. -WHY IS HE KNOWN AS KING OF SPAIN? -HIS INTERNATIONAL CAREER. -Top Amazing Facts You Did Not Know About Lionel Messi -Net Worth -Career -Amazing Facts & Records Of Lionel Messi Life AND MANY MORE. EVEN I HAVE EXPLAINED LOT OF QUESTIONS ARE AS FOLLOWS: -Bojan Krkic and Lionel Messi are cousins ? -Why River Plate refused to sign Lionel Messi ? -First contract signed on a Napkin ? -What was in first contract ? -Messi's growth was effected due to "hormone deficiency" AND MANY MORE. THE THING ABOUT MESSI WHICH ADMIRE THE MOST IS THE INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES GIVEN BY LIONEL MESSI: SOME ARE AS FOLLOWS -I always want more. Whether it's a goal, Or winning a game, I'm never satisfied. -To be honest, At that moment [when my contract was signed on that napkin], I never would have dreamed that this would happen to me. I never could have imagined that I was going to live the life that I have. I'd always dreamed of being a top football player And I'm living my dream.(BEST ONE) THIS BOOK IS JUST MY TRIBUTE TO LIONEL MESSI REGARDS: DEEPAK GUPTA

Download or read book Lionel Messi written by David Machajewski and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2018-12-15 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You don't have to live in Europe to be a soccer aficionado. Known as "football" to most people, soccer is a game of speed, skill, and intricate teamwork. Among the many inspirational athletes who make soccer such an exciting sport, few compare to Lionel Messi, the renowned professional footballer from Argentina. Messi's record-breaking skills on the field have earned him the adoration of soccer fans across the globe. In this biography, readers will be exposed to one of the greatest soccer players of all time: a man whose life story is just as thrilling as his incredible ability to score goals.

Download or read book Messigraphica written by Sanjeev Shetty and published by Aurum. This book was released on 2017-06-01 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lionel Messi is universally recognised as one of the greatest footballers of all time. From his childhood days kicking a ball on the streets of Rosario, Argentina, through his rise at the Barcelona academy, Messi has dribbled, dazzled and fired his way into the footballing elite. In this innovative biography, Messi’s genius is explored and celebrated like never before: striking infographics illustrate the brilliance of his performances in football's greatest occasions, illuminate his pitch coverage and ball skills, as well as, his outstanding goal-scoring feats – no man has scored more goals in a calendar year. Messi’s talent, athleticism and eye for the game are showcased against his teammates, rivals and footballing legends. Analysing his years under the tutelage of Pep Guardiola, the overarching shadow of fellow Argentine great Maradona and his rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo, Sanjeev Shetty charts Messi’s rise into a player revered in equal parts for the goals he scores and the ones he creates. Through infographics, photography and analysis, Messigraphica reveals the genius of Barcelona’s greatest like never before.

Download or read book Meet Lionel Messi written by David Stabler and published by Lerner Publications TM. This book was released on 2022-08-01 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Soccer forward Lionel Messi of Paris Saint-Germain is known for his skillful goal-scoring and his collection of awards. Readers will dive into Messi's impressive career and life.

Download or read book Lionel Messi written by M Schumacher and published by . This book was released on 2019-08-09 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lionel Andrés "Leo" Messi born in Rosario, Argentina on 24th June 1987, is a professional footballer, who plays as a forward for Spanish club FC Barcelona and the Argentina national team. Often considered the best player in the world and regarded by many as the greatest of all time, Messi is the only player in history to win five FIFA Ballon d'Or awards, four of which he won consecutively, with a record equaling four European Golden Shoes.

Download or read book Lionel Messi written by Kimberly Gatto and published by Enslow Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2014-01-01 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Born in Argentina, soccer star Lionel Messi is most famous for being the best player on perhaps Spain's best team, FC Barcelona. During the 2011–12 season, Messi scored an astonishing 73 goals in 60 league games. When not on the pitch, Messi continues to amaze. Through his Leo Messi Foundation, he works to provide underprivileged children with access to education and healthcare. Readers will be both captivated by the action and touched by his rags-to-riches story.

Download or read book Lionel Messi written by Dhirubhai Patel and published by . This book was released on 2017-01-20 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lionel Andr�s Leo Messi is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a forward for Spanish club FC Barcelona and captains the Argentina national team