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Martial arts icon shares adrenaline-filled life journey.
If you've ever marvelled at Jackie Chan's death-defying stunts or laughed through one of his comedic fights, his autobiography "I Am Jackie Chan" will take you behind the scenes. It's not just about the stunts and films; it's a personal invite into the life of a man who built his legacy with sheer grit and charm. You'll find inspiration between the pages, and a deeper appreciation for every punchline and punch thrown on screen.
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ISBN: 9780330375900
Description
Jackie Chan is a martial arts superstar. The star of some 40 movies, for
decades his adrenaline-charged movies won fans; in 1995, with the release
of Rumble in the Bronx, the mainstream caught on - and now he ranks
alongside Bruce Lee. This is his autobiography.
Authors: Jackie Chan, Jeff Yang
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
Publication Date: 1999
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Martial arts icon shares adrenaline-filled life journey.
If you've ever marvelled at Jackie Chan's death-defying stunts or laughed through one of his comedic fights, his autobiography "I Am Jackie Chan" will take you behind the scenes. It's not just about the stunts and films; it's a personal invite into the life of a man who built his legacy with sheer grit and charm. You'll find inspiration between the pages, and a deeper appreciation for every punchline and punch thrown on screen.
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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