"Widely regarded as one of the most skilled soccer players of all time, Lionel Messi did not reach success easily. As a child, he was diagnosed with a disorder that stunted his growth and threatened to crush his promising career. But through hard work and determination-and the support of his family, especially his beloved Abuela-Leo overcame his challenges and his natural shyness, to become one of the most inspirational figures the sports world has ever seen. Messi's Magic tells Leo's remarkable story-and shows just why the United States and the world have been swept up in Messi Mania"-- Provided by publisher.