In forty-two lively and often inspiring poems, LillianMorrison applauds the players and enthusiasts who strive for excellence in athletics.In a spare yet powerful style, thisaward-winning poet conveys the athletes' high moments and the difficulties they overcome.Skiers and skaters, sailors and surfers, sprinters and snowboarders--beginners or pros--all are celebrated here. These poems also pay tribute to sports rarely written about, such as in-line skating and bicycle."

 

There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published 2007 by Wordsong .

Lillian Morrison is a noted poet and anthologist. She has written a number of poetry books, including "Whistling the Morning In. "She received the ALA Grolier Foundation Award for her outstanding contribution to the stimulation of reading by young people. An avid sports participant and fan, Ms. Morrison lives in New York City. Susan Spellman specializes in drawing the human body, providing anatomical studies for science books as well as illustrations for children's publications. She lives with her family in Newburyport, Massachusetts.