- Hardcover: 417 pages
- Publisher: Willow; 1st edition (20 Oct 2003)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0007122314
- ISBN-13: 978-0007122318
- Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 15.6 x 4.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
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- #34 in Books > Biography > Sport > Boxing
- #42 in Books > Sports, Hobbies & Games > Combat Sports & Self-Defence > Boxing
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• ‘A cracking autobiography’ Daily Mirror
• ‘Eubank’s book is packed with eccentric detail of all three of his careers’ Daily Telegraph
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The full and frank life story of one of the greatest British boxers of modern times, whose unique mix of eccentric personality and strong moral values have made him a role model to thousands of fans the world over.
Chris Eubank exploded into the public consciousness in September 1990 with a dramatic and ferocious defeat of Nigel Benn for the WBO middleweight crown. Once crowned champion (he made 19 successful defences) his professional life accelerated into one of the most controversial and dynamic records in the history of the sport.
But his early life was so very different. Aged 15, Eubank was ejected from the last in a long line of care homes and was living on the streets. His life was a mess of shoplifting, burglary, drink and drugs from which there seemed no escape. In 1981, in a last-ditch attempt to drag himself from the abyss, he relocated to New York with his mother. Here he started boxing, aged 16, graduated from school, attended church and quit drink and drugs; within two years he had won the prestigious Spanish Golden Gloves Amateur title.
Some of the incredible experiences Chris recalls in his autobiography include: his involvement in a car crash which saw a man die, how he became Lord of the Manor of Brighton, his reaction to Michael Watson’s horrific injuries sustained in their 1992 super-middleweight contest and subsequent partial recovery, his views on the ‘mugs game’ from which he has made his living, his relationship with Nelson Mandela and Muhammad Ali, his passion for his truck (the largest in Europe) and his legendary sartorial elegance and extravagance.
Chris’ life outside of boxing is even more enigmatic and compelling. His internationally renowned persona has made him a genuine household name, crowned ‘Sportsman of the Decade’, repeated winner of several ‘Best Dressed Man’ awards and figure-head for many high profile advertising campaigns.
Followed by Louis Theroux, harassed by the media and first to be voted out of the Comic Relief Big Brother house, and star of his own television programme At Home with the Eubanks, he is one of the world’s most engaging personalities; his story, like the man himself, is gripping and unique.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
i can say without a shaddow of a doubt this is one of the best boxing biographies i have read and i have read them all.honest,funny,brutal real great sports book.just proves how wrong you can be about someone,genuine nice person and character leaves nigel benns biographie for dead.must read for any boxing fan.love him or lothe him this book is simply the best!!!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
A truly inspiring biography of an amazing human being and sportsman. I don't read that much and i will usually start to read a book then forget about it for ages then have to start all over again, but i just could not put this book down, i read it in 2 day's.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Let's leave the boxing aside for a second. This book is a must read for everyone, any walk of life, male or female. Such a candidly open and fascinating read of the trials and tribulations we all go thorugh on a daily basis to achieve our goals and aspiarions. To know that a former World Super Middleweight Boxing champion has the same insecurites as you me and (Bob next door) is truly calming. Not to exaggerate this book in its own way works as a self help book, there is at least a couple of stories within that everyone can relate too. And the way Chris deals with each of these with honour, pride, a positive outlook and the upmost diligence is a lesson to us all. Mr Eubank I salute you.
Sandeep, Nottingham
Sandeep, Nottingham
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excellent read
I couldn't put this book down. it even inspired me to man up in my own life! A very interesting and controversial individual.
Published 24 days ago by Grit knob
Highly Eccentric. Or Mentally Ill.
Chris Eubank was a fine boxer and a personal favourite of mine during the Nineties.
However, the first hundred pages of his autobiography threw me because the... Read more
However, the first hundred pages of his autobiography threw me because the... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Mr Malark
honest story about a man who is very very difficult in various ways
When Eubank was a fighter he was a difficult opponent because he was slick, onorthodox, combined speed with power,and had unbreakable selfconfidence. Read more
Published 19 months ago by M. Balk
Crazy
This book was good but strange. Eubank is a difficult character to get to grips with. He talks about himself
more than his life story. Read more
more than his life story. Read more
Published on 26 Feb 2010 by Mr. M. J. Sullivan
Thimply Fantathtic.
Having not been a Eubank fan when he was in his prime, but nonetheless appreciated his skill and artistry within the ring i was recommended this book by several friends. Read more
Published on 24 Aug 2009 by Mr. G. A. Askwith
EUBANK - SIMPLY THE BEST
chris eubank was the most wizard-like boxing man ive even seen when he was at his best. he did lack consistency yes but he was unique at times, when he was actually on his game he... Read more
Published on 10 Jun 2005
EUBANK - SIMPLY THE BEST
chris eubank was the most wizard-like boxing man ive even seen when he was at his best. he did lack consistency yes but he was unique at times, when he was actually on his game he... Read more
Published on 10 Jun 2005 by "bensimmons75"
What a man
Whatever you think of him, he has a hell of a story to tell. A true sporting hero in my eyes.
Published on 16 Feb 2004 by Mike Smith
Don't read if you like this man....
I was a BIG fan of Eubank, I was there for Benn and Eubank at Old Trafford and screamed the place down when they called it a draw - Eubank nailed Benn. Read more
Published on 12 Jan 2004 by Mr. S. Pritchard
This guy is a true hero - Cannot recommend enough
Despite his eccentric ways, Chris Eubank is a true Worldwide hero, if you were unable to see why during his boxing career then just purchase a copy of this gripping book. Read more
Published on 30 Dec 2003
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