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Biographies & Memoirs

Explore the stories of remarkable lives in our Biographies & Memoirs section at Thryft. Discover firsthand accounts of influential figures and captivating memoirs that'll inspire and educate. Our collection is carefully curated to ensure you find the perfect narrative to delve into.

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The Tour According to G : My Journey to the Yellow Jersey - Thryft
Geraint Thomas

The Tour According to G : My Journey to the Yellow Jersey

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The Tour According to G is a must-read for sports enthusiasts who love inspirational stories. Geraint Thomas' journey to winning the Tour de France in 2018 is nothing short of remarkable. This book provides an inside scoop into the grit and determination that Thomas had to display to overcome years of bad luck. The book inspires readers to never give up, no matter how many times they fall short.

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We Might as Well Win - Thryft
Johan Bruyneel, Bill Strickland, Lance Armstrong

We Might as Well Win

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We Might as Well Win is an empowering and inspiring read for sports lovers and anyone looking to achieve success. Author Bill Strickland takes readers behind the scenes of the cycling world, providing insights into the radical and innovative strategies used by Johan Bruyneel, the winningest team leader in cycling history, and Lance Armstrong to achieve their Tour de France victories. Bruyneel's near-death crash and comeback as a rider, as well as his ability to win without Armstrong, demonstrates his consummate winning spirit and provides valuable lessons on how to overcome adversity and achieve peak performance.

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Inside Team Sky - Thryft
David Walsh

Inside Team Sky

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"Inside Team Sky" offers an exclusive insider look into the workings of one of the most successful cycling teams in history, providing insights and accounts from all key members of the team. Written by top sportswriter David Walsh, known for his coverage of cycling scandals, this book delivers a definitive and dramatic account of Team Sky's quest for victory in the 2013 Tour de France, making it a must-read for any cycling enthusiast or fan of sports writing.

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Lance: The Making of the World's Greatest Champion - Thryft
John Wilcockson

Lance: The Making of the World's Greatest Champion

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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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Crazy Cycling Chick: The Inspirational Journey of Angie Across America - Thryft
Angeline Tan

Crazy Cycling Chick: The Inspirational Journey of Angie Across America

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This book is a must-read for those seeking inspiration and motivation to chase their dreams. Angie's incredible journey of cycling across America will captivate your heart and mind. Through her storytelling, you will experience the thrill of adventure, the joy of overcoming obstacles, and the power of resilience. Join Angie as she takes you on an emotional rollercoaster, sharing her highs and lows, and showing you that with determination and courage, anything is possible. Prepare to be inspired to dream big and chase your own crazy ambitions!

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The Loyal Lieutenant : Leading Out Lance and Pushing Through the Pain on the Rocky Road to Paris - Thryft
George Hincapie, Craig Hummer, Lance Armstrong

The Loyal Lieutenant : Leading Out Lance and Pushing Through the Pain on the Rocky Road to Paris

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This book sheds a light on the murky and controversial era of cycling, and gives an insider account of what went on behind the scenes. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in professional cycling, and is particularly relevant for those who followed the Lance Armstrong doping scandal. Hincapie's personal journey from a wide-eyed amateur to a top-tier cyclist and his relationship with Armstrong make for an engrossing read. His decision to finally come clean and speak honestly about his past is a testament to his courage and integrity.

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Every Second Counts - Thryft
Donna Sinisgalli, Lance Armstrong, Sally Jenkins

Every Second Counts

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Recommended for those seeking inspiration and motivation. Lance Armstrong's Every Second Counts highlights his triumphant journey of surviving cancer, winning Tour de France, and exploring the true meaning of life. His account of the victories and failures post-cancer diagnosis is an inspiring read for those looking for a fresh perspective on survival. Armstrong's candid discussion on his prickly relationship with the French and the doping accusations within his team makes for an intriguing read.

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My World - Thryft
Peter Sagan

My World

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My World by Peter Sagan is a must-read for fans of cycling who want an entertaining and passionate look into the world of an elite cyclist. Sagan's playful personality shines through in every page, as he takes you on a journey through the grueling training programs and the pressure of high expectations. Readers will feel the elation of winning and the despair of losing, making this a book that captures the many ups and downs of a cyclist's career. Sagan's achievement of winning three road race World Championships in a row is indeed an incredible feat, and his unique perspective and engaging writing style will make you appreciate it even more.

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The Secret Race : Inside the Hidden World of the Tour de France: Doping, Cover-ups, and Winning at All Costs - Thryft
Daniel Coyle, Tyler Hamilton

The Secret Race : Inside the Hidden World of the Tour de France: Doping, Cover-ups, and Winning at All Costs

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The Secret Race is a definitive look at the world of professional cycling—and the doping issue surrounding this sport and its most iconic rider, Lance Armstrong—by former Olympic gold medalist Tyler Hamilton and New York Times bestselling author Daniel Coyle.  Over the course of two years, Coyle conducted more than two hundred hours of interviews with Hamilton and spoke candidly with numerous teammates, rivals, and friends. The result is an explosive book that takes us, for the first time, deep inside a shadowy, fascinating, and surreal world of unscrupulous doctors, anything-goes team directors, and athletes so relentlessly driven to succeed that they would do anything—and take any risk, physical, mental, or moral—to gain the edge they need to win.   Tyler Hamilton was once one of the world’s best-liked and top-ranked cyclists—a fierce competitor renowned among his peers for his uncanny endurance and epic tolerance for pain. In the 2003 Tour de France, he finished fourth despite breaking his collarbone in the early stages—and grinding eleven of his teeth down to the nerves along the way. He started his career with the U.S. Postal Service team in the 1990s and quickly rose to become Lance Armstrong’s most trusted lieutenant, and a member of his inner circle. For the first three of Armstrong’s record seven Tour de France victories, Hamilton was by Armstrong’s side, clearing his way. But just weeks after Hamilton reached his own personal pinnacle—winning the gold medal at the 2004 Olympics—his career came to a sudden, ignominious end: He was found guilty of doping and exiled from the sport.   From the exhilaration of his early, naïve days in the peloton, Hamilton chronicles his ascent to the uppermost reaches of this unforgiving sport. In the mid-1990s, the advent of a powerful new blood-boosting drug called EPO reshaped the world of cycling, and a relentless, win-at-any-cost ethos took root. Its psychological toll would drive many of the sport’s top performers to substance abuse, depression, even suicide. For the first time ever, Hamilton recounts his own battle with clinical depression, speaks frankly about the agonizing choices that go along with the decision to compete at a world-class level, and tells the story of his complicated relationship with Lance Armstrong.   A journey into the heart of a never-before-seen world, The Secret Race is a riveting, courageous act of witness from a man who is as determined to reveal the hard truth about his sport as he once was to win the Tour de France.

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Bradley Wiggins : My Time An Autobiography - Thryft
Bradley Wiggins, William Fotheringham

Bradley Wiggins : My Time An Autobiography

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On 22 July 2012 Bradley Wiggins became the first British man ever to win the Tour de France. In an instant 'Wiggo' became a national hero. Ten days later, having swapped his yellow jersey for the colours of Team GB, he won Olympic gold in the time trial, adding to his previous six medals to become the nation's most decorated Olympian of all time.Outspoken, honest, intelligent and fearless, Wiggins has been hailed as the people’s champion. In My Time he tells the story of the remarkable journey that led to him winning the world’s toughest race. He opens up about his life on and off the bike, about the personal anguish that has driven him on and what it’s like behind the scenes at Team Sky: the brutal training regimes, the sacrifices and his views on his teammates and rivals. He talks too about his anger at the spectre of doping that pursues his sport, how he dealt with the rush of taking Olympic gold and above all what it takes to be the greatest.

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My World - Thryft
Peter Sagan

My World

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My World could be a good fit for fans of professional cycling, memoirs and sports biographies. The book provides a behind-the-scenes look at the life of Peter Sagan; his training regimes, the pressure he faces and his passion for the sport. Readers will find relatable stories of elation and disappointment, and an authentic account of the sacrifices and hard work it takes to be a world-class cyclist.

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It's Not About The Bike : My Journey Back to Life - Thryft
Lance Armstrong

It's Not About The Bike : My Journey Back to Life

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"It's Not About The Bike" is an inspiring memoir of Lance Armstrong's battle with cancer and his return to professional cycling. It's a book that provides hope and inspiration to cancer survivors and anyone who has faced adversity in their life. The most unique and distinctive feature of this book is the candidness with which Armstrong shares his struggles and how he overcame them. Despite the controversy surrounding his doping scandal, this book remains a touching account of a man's journey from the brink of death to redemption.

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Seven Deadly Sins : My Pursuit of Lance Armstrong - Thryft
David Walsh

Seven Deadly Sins : My Pursuit of Lance Armstrong

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Recommended for avid sports fans seeking truth. The book provides a gripping account of a journalist's 13-year battle to reveal the truth about Lance Armstrong's doping and conspiracy of silence within the sport. It delves deep into the murky world of professional cycling and the devastating impact on those who dare to speak up. The book is an eye-opener and a must-read for all sports enthusiasts seeking the truth about their idols.

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The Secret Race : Inside the Hidden World of the Tour De France: Doping, Cover-ups, and Winning at All Costs - Thryft
Tyler Hamilton, Daniel Coyle

The Secret Race : Inside the Hidden World of the Tour De France: Doping, Cover-ups, and Winning at All Costs

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On a fateful night in 2009, Tyler Hamilton and Daniel Coyle met for dinner in Boulder, Colorado. The two had met five years before while Coyle was writing his bestselling book, Lance Armstrong: Tour de Force. But this time, Tyler had something else on his mind. This title tells their story.

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It's Not about the Bike : My Journey Back to Life - Thryft
Sally Jenkins, Lance Armstrong

It's Not about the Bike : My Journey Back to Life

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Recommended for sports enthusiasts & those seeking inspiration. Armstrong's determination and commitment to his sport amidst personal challenges is truly inspiring. His medical journey is described in detail, offering a true-to-life depiction of his struggles, thereby making his victories even more worthy of celebration.

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My World - Thryft
Peter Sagan

My World

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From 2015 to 2017, Peter Sagan achieved the seemingly impossible: he won three road race World Championships in a row, ensuring his entry into the history books as one of the greatest riders of all time.But to look at Peter’s record in isolation is to tell only a fraction of his story, because Peter doesn’t just win: he entertains. Every moment in the saddle is an opportunity to express his personality, and nobody else has succeeded in making elite cycling look so much fun. From no-hands wheelies on the slopes of Mont Ventoux to press conference mischief with clamouring journalists, Peter exudes a passion for the sport and a lovable desire to bring smiles to the faces of his fans.So, for the very first time, you will have the opportunity to glimpse behind the scenes of Peter’s world. You will discover the gruelling training programmes necessary for success, and how Peter copes with the pressure of high expectation. You will feel that sense of elation when crossing the line ahead of the pack, and moments of desperation, like in 2017 when Peter realised he wouldn’t be allowed to challenge for his sixth Tour de France green jersey. But what better tonic than to ensure a third year in rainbow – an achievement which may never be repeated again.

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It's Not about the Bike: My Journey Back to Life - Thryft
Sally Jenkins, Lance Armstrong

It's Not about the Bike: My Journey Back to Life

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This book could be a good read for someone looking for inspiration on overcoming life's challenges. The book highlights Lance Armstrong's journey back to life after fighting cancer and winning the Tour de France six times. The most unique and distinctive feature of the book is its focus on triumph over adversity and the resilience of the human spirit. Users may review the book as an inspiring tale of courage and perseverance.

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It's Not about the Bike: My Journey Back to Life - Thryft
Sally Jenkins, Lance Armstrong

It's Not about the Bike: My Journey Back to Life

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This book could be a good read for individuals who are facing adversity and need inspiration to overcome it. It is a deeply personal memoir of Lance Armstrong’s journey through cancer and how he emerged victorious. The book captures the essence of how the human spirit can overcome any obstacle and make one triumphant. The book’s most unique and distinctive feature is its inspiring and uplifting storyline that can motivate readers to never give up.

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The Loyal Lieutenant - Leading Out Lance, Pushing Through The Pain On The Rocky Road To Paris - Thryft
George Hincapie

The Loyal Lieutenant - Leading Out Lance, Pushing Through The Pain On The Rocky Road To Paris

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The Loyal Lieutenant is a must-read for cycling enthusiasts and sports fans alike. George Hincapie's insider account of his time as Lance Armstrong's teammate provides a unique perspective on the Tour de France victories that have been shrouded in controversy. Hincapie's candid storytelling and firsthand experiences make this book a captivating and revealing read.

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Armstrongs War - Thryft
Daniel Coyle

Armstrongs War

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Armstrong's War is a great read for fans of Lance Armstrong or those interested in the world of professional cycling. The book provides a deep insight into the life, struggles, and controversial doping allegations of the world's most accomplished athlete. Coyle's narrative style takes readers on a rollercoaster ride from the lowest points in Armstrong's life to the pinnacle of his sixth straight victory in the Tour de France. Through Coyle's storytelling, readers get to witness Armstrong's determination, resilience, and sheer will to win. Armstrong's War highlights the Darwinian world of professional bike racing, where athletes compete fiercely and the sport chooses them.

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Every Second Counts - Thryft
Donna Sinisgalli, Lance Armstrong, Sally Jenkins

Every Second Counts

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The four-time Tour de France winner and number 1 New York Times bestselling author returns with an inspirational account of his recent personal and professional victories—and some failures—and an intimate glimpse into how almost dying taught him to really live.Since the release of his megabestseller, It’s Not About the Bike , Lance Armstrong has enjoyed a new series of thrilling rides, from the birth of his twin daughters, to an astounding succession of Tour de France triumphs, to being chosen as Sportsman of the Year by Sports Illustrated in 2002. Continuing the inspiring story begun in his first book, Every Second Counts captures the mind-set of a man who has beaten incredible odds and considers each day an opportunity for excellence.Armstrong’s previous book recounted his journey from a grim diagnosis of testicular cancer, which had spread to his lungs and brain, to a stunning recovery that culminated in his winning the 1999 Tour de France—the ultimate evidence that he had also won a daunting battle with death.His new book addresses the equally daunting challenge of living in the aftermath of this experience and making the most of every breath of life. Armstrong candidly discusses his prickly relationship with the French and the ultimately disproved accusations of doping within his Tour de France team, and he writes about his recent achievements, including celebrating five years of cancer survival and how he restored a magnificent chapel in his beloved Spain.A fresh perspective on the spirit of survivors everywhere, Every Second Counts will invigorate and enthrall Armstrong’s millions of admirers.

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Fallen Angel : The Passion of Fausto Coppi - Thryft
William Fotheringham

Fallen Angel : The Passion of Fausto Coppi

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A remarkable biography of one of history's greatest cyclists—a man who lived a tumultous life, and was voted the most popular Italian sportsman of the 20th century Fausto Angelo Coppi was the campionissimo, or champion of champions, and this is the tragic story of his life and death, and how a man who became the symbol of a nation's rebirth after the disasters of war died reviled and heartbroken. The greatest cyclist of the immediate post-war years, he was the first man to win cycling's great double, the Tour de France and Tour of Italy, in the same year—and he did it twice. He achieved mythical status for his crushing solo victories, world titles and world records. But his significance extends far beyond his sport. Coppi's scandalous divorce and controversial early death convulsed a conservative, staunchly Roman Catholic Italy in the 1950s. At a time when adultery was still illegal, Coppi and his lover were dragged from their bed in the middle of the night, excommunicated, and forced to face a clamorous legal battle, the ramifications of which are still being felt today. Told with insight and intelligence, this is a unique portrait of Italy and Italian sport at a time of tumultuous change.

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