Sonia O'Sullivan by Natasha Mac Abhird

Sonia O'Sullivan by Natasha Mac Abhird

Follow Sonia OSullivan through the highs and lows of a running career that took her all the way to the Olympic Games. The story of one of Irelands greatest ever athletes.

excellent

* Irish Examiner *

what young readers will hopefully draw from Mac A’Bháird’s new children’s biography of Sonia is inspirationThe everyday ordinariness of her early days and the importance of the sweetshops, friendships – and the occasional bag of greasy chips, make this a very human story of the power of determination, which may help light the spark the fires determined athletes of the future ... a welcome addition to the equally enlightening titles on Cora Staunton and Colm ‘Gooch’ Cooper in the O’Brien Press series of Great Irish Sports Stars

* Evening Echo *

the extraordinary story of Sonia O’Sullivan, one of Ireland’s greatest athletes and an inspiration to young girls of all ages who are drawn to sports. From her childhood in Cobh, Co. Cork, where her talent for running began to shine at an early age, to her Olympic triumph, Sonia’s courage, determination and dedication shine through in this wonderfully engaging book. Never give up and always, always try your best are the valuable messages written into the fabric of her success.

* Children's Books Ireland *

Full-length biography giving young readers an insight into the grit and determination that turned a sporty schoolgirl into an Olympic medallist

* The Holly Bough *

a great read for sport-loving girls

* Irish Examiner *

This book is a great read for anyone interested in learning about a strong Irish woman who never gave up on her goals

* Seomra Ranga *

Natasha Mac a’Bháird is a freelance writer and editor. She is the author of the bestselling wedding planning guide, The Irish Bride’s Survival Guide, as well as The Irish Bridesmaid's Guide. Her first two children’s books, Missing Ellen and Olanna’s Big Day, were both chosen for the White Ravens Collection. Her other children's books include Reindeer Down, Hannah in the Spotlight and Starring Meg.

SKU	Unavailable
ISBN 13	9781788492072
ISBN 10	1788492072
Title	Sonia O'Sullivan
Author	Natasha Mac A'bháird
Series	Great Irish Sports Stars
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	O'Brien Press Ltd
Year published	2020-08-31
Number of pages	192
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.