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Rise and fall of a cycling legend.
If you're intrigued by the mix of grit, determination, and controversy that defines elite sports, "Lance" offers a compelling narrative. It's not just about the glory of winning; it's a deep dive into the complexities of an athlete's journey, with all its highs and lows. This book gives you a front-row seat to the transformative story of a man who became an icon and then a cautionary tale, and it may leave you reflecting on the nature of heroism in sports.
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ISBN: 9780306815874
Authors:
John Wilcockson
Publisher: Da Capo Press
Date of Publication: 2009-06-30
Format: Hardcover
Related Topics:
Memoir,
Biography,
Inspirational,
Personal Development,
Cycling,
Fitness,
Biography Memoir
Goodreads rating: 3.57
(rated by 313 readers)
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No champion has astonished the world quite like Lance Armstrong. A cancer survivor who went on to win the Tour de France an unprecedented seven times, he is an inspiration to millions. Yet few know the complete story of this brash, smart, and fiercely competitive Texan who battled to the top of his sport, overcame the most rampant case of testicular cancer doctors had seen, and then conquered cycling’s Holy Grail time after time. In "The Making of the World’s Greatest Champion", John Wilcockson draws on dozens of interviews with those who know him best to trace Armstrong’s remarkable, yet controversial journey in vivid detail. Family members—including his adoptive father speaking publicly for the first time—recall Lance’s humble origins in the backstreets of Dallas, the father he barely knew, his single mom’s struggle for survival, and her second marriage that brought a move to the suburbs and new opportunities. His childhood friends and early mentors remember how he moved on from Little League baseball and football to excel at swimming, running, and triathlon, while living the life of a teenager who loved fast cars and pretty girls. They also describe the circumstances that eventually led to his taking up cycling. As Lance’s fierce ambition drove him from the dusty plains of Texas to the snowy peaks of Europe, he was both admired and derided. He intimidated his rivals, earned the respect of his teammates, and astounded everyone with
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Rise and fall of a cycling legend.
If you're intrigued by the mix of grit, determination, and controversy that defines elite sports, "Lance" offers a compelling narrative. It's not just about the glory of winning; it's a deep dive into the complexities of an athlete's journey, with all its highs and lows. This book gives you a front-row seat to the transformative story of a man who became an icon and then a cautionary tale, and it may leave you reflecting on the nature of heroism in sports.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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