In the Water They Can't See You Cry
A Memoir
$51.58
- Paperback
256 pages
- Release Date
1 May 2013
Summary
In her bestselling memoir, international swimming star Amanda Beard reveals the truth about coming of age in the Olympic spotlight, the demons she battled along the way, and the newfound happiness that proved to be her greatest victory.
SHE WAS DROWNING IN PLAIN SIGHT
At the tender age of fourteen, Amanda Beard walked onto the pool deck at the Atlanta Olympics carrying her teddy bear, Harold, and left with two silvers and a gold medal. She competed in three more Olympic games,…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781451644388 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1451644388 |
| Author: | Amanda Beard, Rebecca Paley |
| Publisher: | Simon & Schuster |
| Imprint: | Touchstone |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 256 |
| Release Date: | 1 May 2013 |
| Weight: | 304g |
| Dimensions: | 232mm x 156mm x 20mm |
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Critics Review
“Bold and candid … [Beard’s] remarkable story, courageous resilience, and honest self-assessment make this an inspiring read.” –Publishers Weekly
“Bold and candid … [Beard’s] remarkable story, courageous resilience, and honest self-assessment make this an inspiring read.” —Publishers Weekly“An honest story of a woman who grew up too quickly, the world on her shoulders and water at her feet.” —Newsday“The stories of her battles with cutting and bulimia serve to inspire rather than rebuff. Engaging on many levels, this memoir resonates with readers by addressing real-life issues, not just those facing Olympic athletes.” —Library Journal
About The Author
Amanda Beard
Amanda Beard is a seven-time Olympic medalist. She lives in Tucson, Arizona, with her husband, the photographer Sacha Brown, and her son, Blaise.
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