- Hardcover: 128 pages
- Publisher: Willow; illustrated edition edition (18 Sep 2000)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0002189372
- ISBN-13: 978-0002189378
- Product Dimensions: 31.2 x 22.8 x 1.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,061,722 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Amazon.co.uk Review
It seems a kind of natural given nowadays that no matter how young you are, if you are famous you need to tell the story of your life. Geri Halliwell did it, Ronan Keating did it and now it's the turn of football hero Michael Owen. Granted, he is not a pop star, but his appeal and celebrity are more than a match for any boy-band member. Of course, half of that appeal is the fact that he is very easy on the eye and has lots of money, but after several stunning performances on the pitch, there's no doubt that it's his footballing skills that are earning him due credit. So after a dizzying ride to the top of his game, Owen here presents his own story, a glossy colourful chronicle of his early years right through his sudden thrust into the sporting limelight.
The text is light but readable, but it's the pictures that will attract most of his fans. Michael is presented as more of a fashion model then a footballer, posing in posh designer gear and dark sunglasses, leaning against the bonnet of an extremely expensive sports car or training in lots of well-branded football kits. As well as his footballing career, he talks about his girlfriend (they are childhood sweethearts), his other favourite sports (he thinks he would have become a professional golfer if he hadn't turned to the beautiful game) and his fellow team mates (nothing but praise, naturally). The large format and large pictures mean this "biography" lends itself more to his younger fans and those more interested in his looks than his footballing talent. After reading his story, you realise that in all honesty, his background and personal life are not really dissimilar to most people his age, it's just he happens to have landed himself a highly paid job that places him at the forefront of the media arena. --Joanne Wells
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‘Owen has the potential to become the biggest media icon in this country for many a generation…’
FHM magazine
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This has to be the best book that i have ever read. For the first time he lets the World into his life. We find out his likes and dislikes. If you ever wondered what Michael does before a game it's all there. If you like Michael Owen, Liverpool, England or football this book is for you. There are also some really sweet pictures of him when he was a toddler.
The best bit is you see he is a nice, normal guy who hasn't been effected by fame.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
i got that book yesterday, my dad brought it for me from london. i'm a grat fan of michael owen, and that book is really good for every REAL MICHAEL OWEN FAN! you can read everything about his personality and his life, and all the pictures are great!
MICHAEL IS THE BEST!
Kathrin;)
MICHAEL IS THE BEST!
Kathrin;)
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I brought this book last month and it is DEFINITELY worth the money! I know SOOOOO much more about Michael Owen than I did before I got this book, and the photos of him are GORGEOUS!!! It's VERY interesting to read cos you get to know more about his family and other hobbies! It's WELL cool! Buy it!!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
THE BEST BOOK!
The book is really good. It tells you what Michael Owen is really like apart from football-wise! It's a great book not only for football fans but non-football fans too! :)
Published on 24 May 2004 by "chant_morraies"
Fantastic
A great book. If you're a true Michael Owen fan or not, you'll still enjoy it. From his childhood to family, hobbie to dream team, treble winning season to his future and more,... Read more
Published on 4 Mar 2003 by "lucadobson999"
Amazing, Gorgeous, Wicked, Dazzling!!!! LoVe You!!!!! :))~~~
This book is ABSOLUTELY Excellent!! Its got loads about his life, and football and plus its PACKED with stunning, gorge pics of himself!!! Read more
Published on 2 Dec 2001
Amazing, Gorgeous, Wicked, Dazzling! LoVe You! :))~~~
This book is ABSOLUTELY Excellent! Its got loads about his life, and football and plus its PACKED with stunning, gorge pics of himself! Read more
Published on 2 Dec 2001
A MUST-BUY!
I'm satisfied with the information in this book. It's worth the money I pay for, since I cannot find this book in my hometown. Read more
Published on 18 April 2001
it a graet but a bit confusing at times.
I think it got right into his life but some times when you read it you look at it and geat confused about what is going on but apart from that it is great and it has some... Read more
Published on 26 Mar 2001
this book is ok
This book is very simple although it tells you a lot about Micheal Owen I never really liked him before I read this book, but it tells you a lot about him that I never knew. Read more
Published on 18 Mar 2001
This book is a must for all Michael owen fans
This book shows Michael up close and personal. It is an enlightening read and is a must for all owen fans. Read more
Published on 3 Mar 2001
Boring, uninsightful, out to make money
As a Liverpool fan I thought it would be an interesting read. For his young fans it may well be but as an adult reader it was badly written, many gramatical mistakes and really... Read more
Published on 14 Jan 2001
It is fantastic
I would like to read it again ana again because it is very interesting. It tells you what he was like as a little boy. Read more
Published on 20 Dec 2000
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