Martina & Chrissie: The Greatest Rivalry in the History of Sports

A fascinating dual biography of tennis greats Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert celebrates the power of equality, respect, and sportsmanship.

Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert come from completely different places and play tennis in completely different ways. Chrissie is the all-American girl: practiced, poised, with perfect technique. Martina hails from Czechoslovakia, a Communist country, and her game is ruled by emotion. Everything about them is different, except one thing: they both want to be the best. But as their intense rivalry grows, something else begins to swing into place, and a friendship forms that will outlast all their tennis victories. Phil Bildner and Brett Helquist tell the engaging true story of these two masters of the court as they win title after title -- and, most importantly, the hearts of the fans.

Author: Phil Bildner
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
Published: 03/14/2017
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.40lbs
Size: 11.40h x 10.00w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9780763673086

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.5
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 188795 / Martina & Chrissie: The Greatest Rivalry in the History of Sports


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 12/15/2016
School Library Journal 01/01/2017 pg. 108
Publishers Weekly 02/13/2017
Booklist 02/15/2017 pg. 73
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2017 pg. 217 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw

About the Author
Phil Bildner has written many historical picture books, including Marvelous Cornelius and The Unforgettable Season. He lives with his husband in Newburgh, New York.

Brett Helquist has illustrated many books for children, including the Series of Unfortunate Events books. He lives in Brooklyn, New York.