Overcoming the Odds: Gail Devers

This hardcover copy of "Overcoming the Odds: Gail Devers" is in fair condition, showing signs of wear typical of an ex-library book. The cover has minor scuffs and library stickers, and there is no dust jacket. The binding remains intact, and the pages are clean with no inscriptions or signatures.

"Overcoming the Odds: Gail Devers" by Bill Gutman, published by Raintree Steck-Vaughn Publishers in 1996, is a compelling biography of the Olympic gold medalist Gail Devers. This hardcover edition, identifiable by its ISBN 0-8172-4122-1, explores Devers' remarkable journey overcoming significant health challenges to achieve sporting excellence. The book is part of a series aimed at juvenile readers, offering an inspiring narrative suitable for young audiences interested in sports and biographies. While the copyright page confirms the 1996 publication by Raintree Steck-Vaughn, the absence of a dust jacket and the presence of library markings indicate this was a library copy. The book's focus on perseverance and achievement makes it a valuable addition to collections emphasizing sports or motivational stories.