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Book SynopsisPart of the World Soccer Legends series, this book tells the story of Neymar da Silva Santos Junior, one of the great players of the game, from his childhood days in Brazil to his signing by the legendary Spanish soccer club Barcelona for a record amount of money.
Trade ReviewPraise for the World Soccer Legends Series: "These books address a largely unfilled niche: short, highly readable biographies of contemporary soccer stars. The texts are printed over and around voluminous, richly printed photographs and include many pages of scoring statistics and league standings." -- School Library Journal "These books are a terrific soccer resource for kids! They combine the best of world soccer along with history, geography and a glimpse at what it's like growing up as a young soccer player in another country. Soccer is truly a global language and these books help American kids speak it fluently. What a great opportunity for young soccer players to learn about their heroes and the legendary clubs of the world. These books are engaging and fun!" --Lynn Berling-Manuel, American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) "These books in the World Soccer Legends [series], newly translated into English, will appeal mainly to young hardcore soccer fans. Such readers cannot get enough of the action photographs, copious statistics, and player profiles that fill the books." -- Booklist
Table of ContentsTable of Contents from: Neymar Brazil Colorful Life The Most Beautiful Soccer! Neymar's Family What Is His Full Name? February 5th! This Is Where He Comes From! Discovered on the Beach! The Santos Team With Santos Champion of South America The Hair! Brazil at the World Cup! Chosen for the National Team! The Person Number 10 in the Confederations Cup The Best! Everybody Wanted Neymar Neymar and Messi Barcelona! First Games with Barca How Tall Is He? What Is He Good At? 10 Facts Family Man The Future Learn More and Glossary Choose the Team The Neymar Board Game!
