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Lance Armstrong had all of the experiences and had developed all of the tools to become a great athlete and full blown narcissist. Had cancer not intervened, his views of himself and of the role of those around him might have become even more aggrandized than they did in real life.His loving and lovely wife we can see was the ultimate support mechanism, very little is spoken of what he gave to her other than the once in a lifetime chance to be with himThere is a good story about dealing with cancer and how it has the potential to change one but in his case not enough.The history of the last decade has confirmed what the book foretold
I thought It's Not About The Bike meant you ride with spirit with a certain grace. Sorry but I agree with Badger Bob. And a recurring problem in autobios by unexperienced writers. Armstrong, it took 159 pages of patience for you to crack a smile of humility, you had a chance to make this an inspirational book like "Born to Run" (some great moments). I hope in many years when the fame fades away and you discover yourself, THE great Lance Armstrong, who is not a cyclist but like you said, Cancer survivor, human being, and father figure, you can share words of wisdom when u finally get back on that bike at 50 yrs old and although it hurts you ride everyday like a child on his first trainer with a free spirit. I have read many auto bios and I was half expecting this to be one of those greats.
But it became repetitive. This is a "I love Lance" book written by Lance. I half expected to admire cycling more as I'm an avid road cyclist. The Book should NOT have been titled as such. Mr. This may have to do with the fact you probably haven't read much great literature, Athlete's are busy, and rarely focus on matters of self discovery and spirituality.
This book will motivate you no matter who you are or waht you do. Whether you are an athlete, student or just want to be a better person this book will make you want to do it better. Filled with inspiration, motivation and a little drama and comedy this book will work for anyone. Great read.
Lance is a mystery to most americans who only idolize winners. In Europe, where they know cycling, he is almost universally disliked, not just because he is a doper, but because it really is about the bike, and his own personal fame.This book is an "I love Lance book" written by Lance. Don't waste your time.
I love cycling, I love underdogs that come back to crush the competition, and I love how candid Lance was in this book. It tells almost everything about him, and the book even captures his cockeyness through the way he portrays himself. It's am emotionally moving book, and it is a must read.
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