- Hardcover: 159 pages
- Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ltd; 1st. Edition edition (4 Oct 2000)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0340792698
- ISBN-13: 978-0340792698
- Product Dimensions: 26.2 x 20 x 2.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 525,134 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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David Beckham would probably have been a male model had he not discovered his amazing talent for football; at least, that's the impression one gets after flicking through this gorgeous coffee table tome devoted to the striking features of the country's most celebrated and idolised sportsman since George Best.
Beckham: My World is both an autobiography and a photographic portrait of him and his family (that's Mrs Victoria "Posh Spice" Beckham and their baby son Brooklyn, in case you didn't know). The Beckhams have been captured on film by renowned photographer Dean Freeman and there are plenty of shots covering all aspects of David's life and career: if you are a fan of his football, you will love the atmospheric snapshots of David proving himself on the field. If you are a fan of his looks, you will be ecstatic over the range of matinee-idol poses Freeman has created. Beckham in the bath, Beckham in bed, Beckham as a father.
David reveals as much of himself in the text as he does in the photos and offers some pretty candid thoughts about the more memorable moments of his life so far, such as the World Cup: "I know I've not always been an angel. There are things I have done that I have regretted but there were times after the world cup when I was treated like a criminal." On Glenn Hoddle: "I never read Hoddle's book, just the bits and bobs that were serialised, including that rubbish about me not being focused. I am not sure if anything was said to the manager's face, but I think he knew our feelings. We lost respect for him over that." It's obvious David is very much in love and adores his family. But what is even clearer is that he is also very uncomfortable with a lot of the publicity he receives, despite the fact that he admits he loves being centre stage on the pitch. As a personal insight into a footballing hero and cultural icon, it works very well and is very readable, but it scores more as a loving tribute to Beckham's heartthrob status and on that level you won't be disappointed. --Jonathan Weir
Independent on Sunday on MY WORLD
'an intriguing book'
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
If you like lots of posed pictures then this is for you. However if you like something to read then I would suggest that you get hold of Andrew Mortons book Posh and Becks which I have also read. It is a much more interesting book and is very balanced giving a good picture of them as a celebrity couple.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I enjoyed reading this book very much. It contains all of David Beckhams life story. David is thought of a hero to many Manchester United fans. This book contains his life story from football to marriage. Ata great price you can not go wrong by buying this book. I have rated it with 5 stars as it contains information about everything to do with the man himself. To any Man Utd fan Beckham would be a hero, to be able to find out who his heros are in this book is great. You get the chance to find out what he would be if he was not even a footballer. I hope you go out and buy this book. Enjoy reading it.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
i waited for 2 months for this book and i was worth the wait. it is like a look in side of their life and this book really tells it all and i just love this book!
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One of the best books i've seen, it also comes in a (special limited edition)version. Which is a must for any collector or anyone wishing to have the real David Beckham personally... Read more
Published on 19 Sep 2003 by "guaranteedquality"
understand the real david beckham
David beckham's book is the only way to understand what REALLY goes on in his life.what he thinks of alex ferguson, about his life,hobbies and his family.
Published on 15 Jan 2002
well done becks
becks - unlike the 370 pages his wife has produced - has managed to produce a short book in a magazine style thats just genuinely enjoyable ..... the pictures alone are great. Read more
Published on 2 Oct 2001
It is a very interesting book about what David really feels
This book shows just how much love and support he has for his wife Victoria and his son Brooklyn and it shows that ever since he was a wee boy he has loved football and his family... Read more
Published on 20 Aug 2001
Just can't stop reading this wonderful book!!
This is the best book that i ever read. Perhaps this is due to my love on Manchester United and my curiosity on David Beckham -- one of the best midfielders in the world. Read more
Published on 29 Jun 2001 by Dawn Yap
This is the best coffeetablebook ever read!
This book shows the lifestyle of the one and only David Beckham. If you want to know what his life with Victoria, Brooklyn and the Manchester United squad is really all about, you... Read more
Published on 24 May 2001
The book was great and it shows you the real HIM.
I think the DAVID BECKHAM book was great and the way he spoke about the way he lives and his childhood was great. Read more
Published on 20 Mar 2001
Since I read this book I've had more confidence in football.
David Beckham is a wolrd class footballer from England. He has many followers and many fans in the world. He plays for Manchester United and England. Read more
Published on 1 Mar 2001
such a fantastic looking chappie, no matter what!!
Although I adore this man so much,I do feel the book could of been of deeper content.I guess the text was aimed at footie fans and the photos for us lasses who are mad for the man... Read more
Published on 24 Jan 2001 by whiting@household2.freeserve.co.uk
well what can I say, I was impressed!
when I first bought this from Amazon.co.uk, I thought to my self, what have I done, I have wasted £8.49. but when I started to read it, I got more involved in the book. Read more
Published on 9 Dec 2000
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