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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
For a few years Chuck Liddell was the biggest name in ufc(ultimate fighting championship) and the world of mixed martial arts(mma)holding its light heavyweight title for just over two years and beating some of the biggest names in the mma world, this book was written just after he lost that title and went on to suffer another defeat.
The first thing you will notice in this book is that Chuck likes to fight and has been fighting all his life not only with his fists but also for the integrity of the sport and after reading this book you will have new found respect for these fighters and the sport.
Its fair to say that this is a well written book and even if you only have a passing interest in the world of mma you will enjoy this book as Chuck gives a very good history of ufc, from its early barbaric, barred in most states, money losing business right up to one of the most profitable, respected, money making business that it is today.
Chuck gives great insight into his fights, especially his ones against Randy Couture and his arch rival Tito Ortiz. You will also learn that Chuck has great respect for the fighters who came before him (Ken Shamrock, Randy Couture and the Gracie's) and paved the way for him and others like him.
The only gripe is that he is probably a bit to pro ufc which probably has to do with his relationship with ufc chief Dana White who used to manage Chuck Liddell before buying out ufc.
This is a great book if your a fan of ufc and Chuck Liddell(which i am).
The first thing you will notice in this book is that Chuck likes to fight and has been fighting all his life not only with his fists but also for the integrity of the sport and after reading this book you will have new found respect for these fighters and the sport.
Its fair to say that this is a well written book and even if you only have a passing interest in the world of mma you will enjoy this book as Chuck gives a very good history of ufc, from its early barbaric, barred in most states, money losing business right up to one of the most profitable, respected, money making business that it is today.
Chuck gives great insight into his fights, especially his ones against Randy Couture and his arch rival Tito Ortiz. You will also learn that Chuck has great respect for the fighters who came before him (Ken Shamrock, Randy Couture and the Gracie's) and paved the way for him and others like him.
The only gripe is that he is probably a bit to pro ufc which probably has to do with his relationship with ufc chief Dana White who used to manage Chuck Liddell before buying out ufc.
This is a great book if your a fan of ufc and Chuck Liddell(which i am).
8 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Iceman is a nicely-presented, easy-to-read life story of Chuck Liddell. There are lots of colour and black and photos and it looks good. Unfortunately it doesn't tell you anything you couldn't pretty much guess for yourself about the guy.
For instance (these are all captions from the book),
I always push myself to the limit when training.
Victor Belfort took me off guard with a nice pop but in the end I nailed him some major blows and won by unanimous decision.
I was proud to become a part of John's team of Pit monsters.
Is there any UFC fighter who doesn't give 100%? Or who doesn't respect his trainer? Liddell's comments tend either to be either fatuous or utterly unsurprising.
You can only conclude the sole reason for writing this book is to jump on the current bandwagon for biographies of MMA stars.
For instance (these are all captions from the book),
I always push myself to the limit when training.
Victor Belfort took me off guard with a nice pop but in the end I nailed him some major blows and won by unanimous decision.
I was proud to become a part of John's team of Pit monsters.
Is there any UFC fighter who doesn't give 100%? Or who doesn't respect his trainer? Liddell's comments tend either to be either fatuous or utterly unsurprising.
You can only conclude the sole reason for writing this book is to jump on the current bandwagon for biographies of MMA stars.
Format:Paperback
If you like UFC and are familiar with Chuck Liddell then you will love this book. I bought it expecting a middle of the road biography written by a thug. Instead I found it to be a riveting page turner!! I read the book in two days! Could hardly put it down. Chuck has always been my favourite UFC warrior however he really takes you through the history and early days of UFC - which isn't even 20 years old. A must buy for any UFC fans!!
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Iceman
Excellent insight into the begining of MMA, the UFC and the life of one of the best champions of the sport. A must for all fans
Published 19 months ago by Jb Fethers
READ IT NOW
i don't read but i like ufc a lot an thought id give it a bash, blew my mind best thing Ive ever read tells a lot about the ufc an Chuck Liddel's life.
Published 21 months ago by mike23clio
Iceman
Iceman was a good read, Chuck is both funny and honest in describing his rise in MMA.
I would recommend thsi to any casual MMA fan.
I would recommend thsi to any casual MMA fan.
Published on 10 May 2010 by Mr. M. Harvey
TOP READ!!
Any UFC fan should read this book. I couldn't put it down. Not only talks about Chuck but gives you an insight in to how the UFC started
Published on 31 Jan 2010 by Mrgarethbrownson
A great read
Took this book on holidays with me, but wasn't expecting to get to read much as I was with my young family. Read more
Published on 5 Aug 2009 by Damian Kelly
ONE OF THE BEST
Liddell is one of the biggest names in the game! Although in interviews he doesnt say much, in the book you will discover some interesting stories as he opens up. Read more
Published on 23 Jun 2009 by JO BLOGS
the iceman came
Being a long time UFC fan I was looking forward to this book but felt after reading it that too much was missed out for PC reasons. Read more
Published on 12 Jun 2008 by D. S. Hammond
hmm i was expecting better...
this book could have been a whole lot better...it doesn't tell any stories of streetfights...or famous excess...in fact theres hardly any funny stories in there either... Read more
Published on 9 May 2008 by C. F. Mason
Quality book
I bought Chuck's book last weekend and it took me just 3 days to read it. It's very interesting and easy to read. Read more
Published on 5 April 2008 by Marcus
Cool as ice
This was one of the best biographies I have read this year. I was really surprised at how well the book is written. Read more
Published on 31 Mar 2008 by K. G. A. Alavi
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