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Simon, Eddy

Pelé: The King of Soccer

140 pp. | Roaring Brook/First Second | October, 2017 | Trade ISBN 978-1-62672-979-7 $19.99 | Paper ISBN 978-1-62672-755-7 $15.99
(3) 4-6 Translated by Joe Johnson. Illustrated by Vincent Brascaglia. This biography of the Brazilian soccer star details his life, from his youth in Bauru, Brazil, to his rise to international stardom and through his later career. The comic-book style suits the subject matter, especially in action scenes from important games in Pelé's career. The narrative doesn't hesitate to explore Pelé's flaws and failures, providing a well-rounded look at his life.
Reviewer: Antonio Trujillo

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