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English
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Bruce Lee was a Chinese American action film star, martial arts instructor, filmmaker, and philosopher. His Hong Kong and Hollywood-produced films elevated the traditional martial arts film to a new level of popularity and acclaim. Through such films as Way of the Dragon and Enter the Dragon, Lee helped to change the way Asians were presented in American films and, in the process, he became an iconic figure known...
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Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
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"In this inspirational story of courage, determination, strength, and self-invention, an elite wheelchair racer and wrestler recounts a childhood of abuse and neglect until he meets two saviors--a wrestling coach who sensed his "warrior spirit" and his adoptive mother who set him up for success."--
3) Ronda Rousey
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Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Mixed martial arts (MMA) star Ronda Rousey is known for her incredible record of twelve wins and one loss and has been ranked the world's top fighter in her weight class. With nine of her twelve wins taking place in under a minute, Ronda is considered one of MMA's biggest superstars. Her journey to success started at the 2008 Olympics, where she won a bronze medal in judo. Learn more about how this impressive fighter became known as one of the most...
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Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"Ronda Rousey has overcome personal tragedy to become a star who brought mixed martial arts into the mainstream and who serves as an inspiration to others. An Olympic medalist in martial arts, Rousey made the switch to mixed martial arts in 2010. Dispatching opponents with lightning speed, she built a following that landed her in magazine spreads and in action movies. She lost her first professional bout in 2015, but is still her sport s top attraction."...
5) Bruce Lee
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Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications Company
Pub. Date
2000.
Language
English
Description
A biography of the well-known actor and martial arts master, Bruce Lee, from his childhood in Hong Kong to his untimely death at the age of thirty-two.
6) Bruce Lee
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Series
Publisher
Frances Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Born in San Francisco but raised in Hong Kong, Bruce Lee was a talented actor, appearing in his first of many films at just three months old. By harnessing his skill as a martial artist, Bruce created, directed, and acted in blockbuster hits such as Enter the Dragon"--Back cover.
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Series
Publisher
Fly! an imprint of Abdo Zoom
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"This title focuses on Ronda Rousey and gives information related to her early life, her time in the WWE, and the legacy she leaves behind. This hi-lo title is complete with thrilling and colorful photographs showcasing some of Rousey's best moments in the ring, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards."--Publisher's website.
11) Bruce Lee
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Series
Publisher
Chelsea House
Pub. Date
[1998]
Language
English
Description
Chronicles the career and early death of the kung fu instructor who became a world-wide legend as the star of the some of the greatest martial arts movies ever made.
Author
Publisher
Lee & Low Books
Pub. Date
[2006]
Language
English
Description
"A biography of Bruce Lee focusing on his early years in Hong Kong, where he discovered martial arts and began developing the physical and mental skills that led to his career as a legendary martial artist and film star"--Provided by publisher.
14) Chuck Norris
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Publisher
Mason Crest Publishers
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
"Biography of action hero actor and martial artist Chuck Norris." --
15) Bruce Lee
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Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
2003.
Language
English
Description
Explores the life of Bruce Lee, whose drive for perfection led him to great success as a martial artist, teacher of Kung fu, actor, and filmmaker, despite his early death and Hollywood's prejudice against Asians and Asian Americans.
16) Ronda Rousey
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Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"Profiles the life and career of the professional wrestler, describing how she made her way from the world of mixed martial arts into sports entertainment and detailing her wrestling friendships and rivalries." --
17) Ronda Rousey
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Series
Publisher
Amicus/Amicus Ink
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"A photo-illustrated biography for early readers on UFC champion "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey. Describes her childhood, her early skill in judo and how she became the first woman to compete for and win the UFC title. Includes a fact sheet with highlighted accomplishments, glossary, books, and websites"--
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Series
Publisher
Rise
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"The chronology and themes of Bruce Lee's meaningful life are presented in a masterfully succinct text, with just a few sentences per page. The fresh, stylized illustrations are sure to captivate young readers and adults alike. With a read-aloud biographical summary in the back, this age-appropriate introduction honors and shares the life and legacy of one of the most influential martial artists of our time"--
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