World Famous Figures Series - Pelé

Author: Ji Feng
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: Reading an excellent biography can have a lifelong impact on you. Pelé (1940-) was a shoeshine boy from a black slum. He once couldn’t afford a soccer ball due to poverty, but his extraordinary talent and hard work forged a dazzling generation of football kings. He was the "Black Lightning" on the pitch and also an ambassador for world peace. His miraculous football skills and noble character remain an eternal landscape in the hearts of fans worldwide. Reading a great biography can profoundly influence a person’s life. The "World Great Figures Series" edited and published by China Children’s Press is a large-scale biography series specially prepared for young readers. The "great figures" introduced in this series are all individuals in world history who have had significant influence and contributions in politics, military, economy, science, thought, literature, and art. They have played a tremendous role in shaping the course of world history. In essence, the life of a "great figure" is history itself, and knowledge. Through this series, readers can broaden their horizons, enrich their knowledge, boost their confidence, and move away from immaturity toward maturity.
The "World Great Figures Series" has already published over 50 titles, with more to come. Compared to other biographical works, it has the following unique features. In terms of the selection of subjects, this series differs from general celebrity biographies. All chosen figures have had a significant impact on world history. Among them are not only well-known figures from developed countries but also individuals from developing countries in Asia, Africa, and Latin America, as well as Chinese historical figures who have had a significant global influence. The subjects are primarily positive figures, with a few exceptions of highly influential negative figures.
In terms of content, the series provides a relatively complete account of the subjects’ lives, from birth to death. Unlike some biographies that only cover a few anecdotes, the "World Great Figures Series" presents the extraordinary lives of its subjects in a comprehensive, multi-dimensional, and colorful manner. Compared to bulky biographies that span tens of thousands of words, each volume in this series is only about 12,000 to 13,000 words, with affordable prices and easy-to-understand language. The plots are vivid, making it suitable for young readers and those with general educational backgrounds. Readers can quickly grasp the main life events and contributions of the subjects without spending too much time, gaining rich insights in the process.
In the vast array of biographical works, the "World Great Figures Series" stands out as a well-organized, appropriately sized, and engaging series. It has long been favored by readers.
In evaluating the subjects, the "World Great Figures Series" remains faithful to historical facts. It objectively introduces their achievements and contributions while honestly acknowledging their flaws. This approach not only helps readers understand the subjects’ lives but also teaches them to observe history through the lens of historical materialism.
In today’s increasingly competitive book market, the editors of the "World Great Figures Series" have not compromised on quality for economic gain. Many manuscripts have undergone multiple revisions before reaching readers. As a result, this series stands out as a unique and high-quality work among biographical literature.