The Goddess and the American Girl: The Story of Suzanne Lenglen and Helen Wills

This hardcover edition shows wear typical of ex-library copies, including a library sticker on the spine. The dust jacket has noticeable edge wear but remains intact. The binding is solid, and the pages are clean, making it a suitable copy for readers and collectors interested in tennis history. ##

"The Goddess and the American Girl: The Story of Suzanne Lenglen and Helen Wills" by Larry Engelmann, published by Oxford University Press in 1988, offers a detailed exploration of two iconic figures in tennis history. This hardcover edition, printed in New York and Oxford, provides an insightful biography of Suzanne Lenglen and Helen Wills, two of the most celebrated female tennis players of the early 20th century. While the copyright page states 1988, the number line suggests this is not a first edition. Larry Engelmann, a respected historian, delves into the lives and careers of these two women, highlighting their impact on the sport and their cultural significance. This edition is particularly valuable for sports historians and enthusiasts interested in the evolution of women's tennis. The book is an ex-library copy, indicated by a sticker on the spine, and the dust jacket shows signs of wear, typical for library editions. Despite these conditions, it remains a significant work for collectors interested in sports biographies, particularly those focusing on groundbreaking female athletes. ##