Pelé

**Pelé: My Story** is the definitive autobiography of the man universally acknowledged as the greatest soccer player of all time. Born Edson Arantes do Nascimento, Pelé details his groundbreaking journey: from becoming the youngest World Cup goal scorer and winner at seventeen, to the only player to win three World Cups, and Brazil's all-time leading scorer. His international career popularized "the beautiful game" and introduced soccer to Americans. Told with characteristic charm and humility, this memoir covers his legendary playing days and subsequent careers as a politician, international sporting ambassador, and cultural icon. An essential volume for all sports enthusiasts.

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