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Arguably the most recognised sportsman in the world, ever, David Beckham, at 28, has weathered several lifetimes' worth of speculation, rumours, adoration and insults--and now he claims to be setting the record straight. Beckham has been at the heart of some of the biggest stories in British football for a decade or more, and it's all here including: kung-fu Cantona; scoring from the halfway line; that Champions League Final; 1998 World Cup disgrace; 2002 World Cup glory; feuding with Fergie and the boot in the face; right through to entering the pantheon at Real Madrid in 2003. My Side fairly roars along from one headline-grabbing incident to another. Of course Beckham's passion for his game, and the challenges of preparation and performance, is the driving force behind the narrative, but we are rarely allowed to lose sight of the celebrity bubble in which ol' Golden Balls exists, as one half of Britain's other Royal family. At which point a souring note of reality must be introduced into this tell-it-like-it-was memoir. The problem is that we know Beckham so well. He is well established as a charming, courteous interviewee, for whom an inevitable and growing PR savvy has tightened his tongue, though not dimmed a natural warmth and enthusiasm, but he's equally well known to be, (how to put it?), not great with words. The bald fact is that, in public at least, Beckham has never uttered a single sentence half as vivid or coherent as those in My Side the voice with which we are all so familiar is entirely absent. Good thing too perhaps--400-odd pages full of "er" and "kinda like" would grate--but the polish that collaborator Tom Watts applies does lend this first-person narrative an air or unreality that some readers will find hard to disperse. That said, the result is a fluid, readable and hugely entertaining stroll through an extraordinary life, with a genuine sense of intimacy, a generous spread of colour photos, and some intelligent things to say about football and celebrity, despite the reservations about diluting the Beckham "essence". --Alex Hankin
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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'The confrontations between Beckham and Ferguson have the acid marks of authenticity' Mail on Sunday
'Utterly fascinating' Heat magazine
'A sensational story' The Sun
'This book sings' Daily Telegraph
'Skilfully written' Evening Standard
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I really enjoyed this book, I read every word until I got about halfway through and realised that his personal life was more interesting to me than reading about every goal in every football match, so then I just read those sections. I think it is very well written, and would recommend it to both sports fans and gossip-mag readers!
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I seldom read sports biographies, but nonetheless found this book hard to put down once I started on it. Beckam provides a refreshingly honest and eye-opening account of life in the dressing room and beyond. The book takes the reader on a comprehensive narrative from his childhood years to his rise to international stardom that has few dull moments. Particularly commendable, in my opinion, is the book's effort to provide a fair assessment of all the major characters in Beckham's life, especially his manager and mentor for many years, Sir Alex Ferguson.
Beckam's life beyond the football pitch also lends an extra dimension to his account that is usually absent in the traditional footballer's autobiography. His sometimes tragic, sometimes uplifting accounts of his convoluted relationship with the media, the wider British public and of course, his well-publicised courtship with Victoria are tremendously absorbing. In this sense, the book offers the reader much more than just a catalogue of golden goals and match performances.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. I believe it will captivate football fans and non-football fans alike. Highly recommended!
Beckam's life beyond the football pitch also lends an extra dimension to his account that is usually absent in the traditional footballer's autobiography. His sometimes tragic, sometimes uplifting accounts of his convoluted relationship with the media, the wider British public and of course, his well-publicised courtship with Victoria are tremendously absorbing. In this sense, the book offers the reader much more than just a catalogue of golden goals and match performances.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. I believe it will captivate football fans and non-football fans alike. Highly recommended!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
It is true that David Beckham is more known for his football then his words, but even for someone who is not as familiar with the sport - such as me - this book was thoroughly entertaining. The book starts with his growing up years, then moves on to his football beginnings and eventually how he comes to almost fall into celebrity-hood. It is full of interesting and sometimes hilarious anecdotes on his personal life, close encounters with other celebrities and relationship with his family, which is clearly the most important thing in his life. Throughout the book, the author - and the guy that helped him write it - maintains a down to earth tone, reminding us that this football star is really just an ordinary bloke who loves his family and could live down the street from you (except, maybe you'd have to live in a really posh neighborhood). This and the straightforward manner by which the book is presented, make it an overall enjoyable read.
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Beckham
This is a good read but it doesnt go beyond football, if your a fan and want to get to know the real David Beckham a lot of the info is already out there, this was cheap at the... Read more
Published 6 months ago by lmp
A fantastic read
It delves into the mind of one of the world's most iconic and greatest football players.
There's not much to say, other than you get to know the real David. Read more
There's not much to say, other than you get to know the real David. Read more
Published 22 months ago by David
Satisfying read
This book is well written and provides a great insight into headlines and matches that most people will still remember but from the perspective of the player right at the forefront... Read more
Published on 4 Jan 2010 by mandextha
Opinion Changing
I have been a supporter of Manchester United all my 45+ years and all players to have pulled on the Red Shirt have my backing. Read more
Published on 17 April 2009 by A. M. Mcnally
A legend
David Beckham makes you proud to be British. He is not ashamed to be a gay icon, worked with Kick Out Racism campaigns and is a very modest man. Read more
Published on 4 Jun 2008 by Paul Wellings
The Garry Bushell of Football
This is the best biog I have read since Bushell Off The Box by Garry Johnson.
Becks and Bushell both have a lot in common - crewcuts, good looks and both are East End boys... Read more
Becks and Bushell both have a lot in common - crewcuts, good looks and both are East End boys... Read more
Published on 29 Mar 2008 by Fred Bookie
For showbiz fans, not football fans
An awful football autobiography written by someone who has written more books than he's read. And I'm a United fan. Read more
Published on 25 Mar 2008 by Saul Richman
Incredible
This has to go down as one of the greatest crime capers ever! We meet Beckham the boy, before he is sullied by the world of crime for which we all now know him so well. Read more
Published on 31 Jan 2008 by Anthony Carr
Started well...
First of all this book only has two stars coz of the begginning
the rest is trash.
It's not actully written by him, so i dont see what all the hype is about reely. Read more
the rest is trash.
It's not actully written by him, so i dont see what all the hype is about reely. Read more
Published on 3 Oct 2007 by Nina Hall
Just as I expected - a nice, down-to-earth lad!
After a number of reviews that seemed to stray from the path a little, I figured I'd give facts. The truth is, Beckham has written what is an excellent story of his. Read more
Published on 5 Sep 2006 by Tom Cat
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