The Legend of Agassi

Author: Mike Agassi
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Publish Date: 2005-09-08
Features: "Agassi: An Autobiography" was written by Mike Agassi, the father of tennis legend Andre Agassi. Its unique strength lies in the author's unique perspective, offering an intimate look at Agassi's true growth process and inner world. Andre Agassi, the of modern professional tennis, is a legendary figure who witnessed the changing tides of the sport across three eras. How did a frail young boy become the only person to win all four Grand Slam singles titles and an Olympic gold medal? How did a rebellious who stirred up trouble in the tennis tradition evolve into a role model for both family and career? The ups and downs of Agassi's career and the fluctuations of his emotional journey are authentically portrayed in the witty and composed words of the text. "Agassi: An Autobiography" is personally penned by Agassi's father, Mike, telling the story of a struggling father who nurtured a tennis prodigy in Las Vegas. It reveals for the first time Agassi's restless childhood, his marriage breakdown with famous actress Brooke Shields, and his romantic relationship with tennis queen Graf.