Telling the inspiring human story behind the creation of the
Paralympics, this young readers biography artfully combines archival
photos, full-color illustrations, and a riveting narrative to honor the
life of Ludwig Guttmann, whose work profoundly changed so many lives.
Dedicating his life to helping patients labeled "incurables," Ludwig
Guttmann fought for the rights of paraplegics to live a full life. The
young doctor believed--and eventually proved--that physical movement is
key to healing, a discovery that led him to create the first Paralympic
Games.
Told with moving text and lively illustrations, and featuring the life
stories of athletes from the Paralympic Games Ludwig helped create, this
story of the man who saved lives through sports will inspire readers of
all backgrounds.