A tale of an exciting life, this sports biography covers all of the ups and downs of soccer star Robinho. From family members being kidnapped, to winning titles with three major clubs, including Real Madrid and AC Milan, this young superstar has seen it all. All the while, he has secured his place as one of the biggest names in soccer.

Brazilian superstar Ronaldinho has had an amazing and colorful career. Playing for FC Barcelona and AC Milan, as well as the Brazilian national team, Ronaldinho has been on some of the greatest teams in soccer history. This biography will show that even as he nears the end of his career, his continued production on the field has led fans to consider Ronaldinho to be one of the all-time greats.

In this biography, readers can follow Real Madrid superstar Kaka through all of thrilling and shocking moments of his life, including an injury that almost left him paralyzed. Kaka's journey includes being honored as the 2007 FIFA World Player of the Year. that makes readers interested in learning more about the star.

Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the biggest names in all of sports and one of the most iconic figures in international soccer. This biography covers the hardships that Ronaldo faced as a child, and how he overcame them to become the face of the powerhouse soccer club Real Madrid and the Portuguese national team.

This sports biography tells the story of Andres Iniesta from his childhood to his position as an elite soccer star for F.C. Barcelona and the Spanish national team. Iniesta has helped both teams win multiple championships, including the 2010 World Cup. In 2012, he was named the Best Player in Europe by the UEFA.

Considered by some to be the greatest soccer star of all time, Lionel Messi's story is nothing short of spectacular. As this sports biography highlights the biggest moments of his career, it becomes quite clear why he is the most important player to Argentina's national squad and his club team, FC Barcelona.

This title introduces Pelé who has had a great influence on his sport and in his society. Career highlights, battles along the way, and humanitarian contributions are discussed. Pelé's legacy is told through informative sidebars, captivating photos, and engaging text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

"In time for Brazil's hosting of the 2014 World Cup, this book uses the stories of star players and other key figures (based on over 40 interviews) to create a contemporary history of Brazilian soccer from the 1950s to the present. It also explores race and class tensions in Brazil and shows how soccer is central to the country's dramatic trajectory toward modernity and economic power"--

The enormous sums paid for the release of hostages coupled with law enforcement‘s inability to stem the tide has made kidnapping for ransom a worldwide plague. The increasing rate of reported incidents from every corner of the globe suggests this plague is growing. Kidnap for Ransom: Resolving the Unthinkable removes the veil of mystery and dispels

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