Michael Schumacher is the outstanding Formula One driver of his generation and, statistically, the greatest ever. Gifted with a rare blend of superior ability and nerve that defines a champion, his performances have captured the imagination of fans all over the world. For 15 seasons, he has left rivals trailing in his wake, winning an unprecedented seven world drivers championships.
But he is a controversial figure, feared for his ruthless tactics, despised for using extreme methods in pursuit of his goals. THE EDGE OF GREATNESS examines Schumachers entire career: from his first Grand Prix with Jordan to his Benetton world championships and his attempt to win back Ferraris crown. It tells the story behind Schumachers record five consecutive world titles, uncovers the secrets of how he has stayed at the top for so long and examines the impact of his domination on the sport. Now, on his retirement from the sport, it is time to reappraise the man behind the tabloid stereotype. Frank, honest, adroit and in-depth - James Allen reveals the anatomy of a champion.
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'it is the one book devoted to Schumacher that [Lewis] Hamilton would be advised to read'
( Daily Telegraph )'high octane enjoyment'
( Manchester Evening News )'a well-rounded and thought-provoking look at [Schumacher]'
(F1fanatic.co.uk )'James pulls no punches while revealing the brutal and generous sides to this great champion'
( Scottish Sunday Post )'a real winner'
( Herald Sun )'Allen uncovers a more complex figure beneath...Fascinating'
(Sun Herald )'Allen hedges his bets on the controversial crashes that tainted Schumacher's reputation, but uncovers a more complex figure beneath'
(The Advertiser )'Renowned F1 commentator James Allen cleverly dissects the mind of the world's biggest sporting superstars to answer some age old questions...A must for budding sports psychologists'
(Inside Sport ) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.From the Back Cover
Michael Schumacher is the outstanding Formula One driver of the 1990s. Gifted with that blend of superior ability and nerve that defines a champion, he has earned his place amongst the greats of the sport. But he is also a highly controversial figure - feared by his rivals as a ruthless, determined racer who will stop at nothing to achieve his goals, and criticized on all sides for his unwillingness to admit mistakes.
Against the backdrop of Schumacher's quest to win the world championship for Ferrari, ITV's James Allen examines the contrasting sides of the man behind the headlines. With the full co-operation of Schumacher and the Ferrari team over two Grand Prix seasons, he tells the inside story of Schumacher's fall from grace following his cynical foul on Jacques Villeneuve at Jerez in the 1997 title decider, his doomed pursuit of the 1998 world championship and his astonishing comeback from a leg-breaking accident at Silverstone in 1999.
With exclusive insights into Schumacher's methods, both on and off the track, as well as a close look at the workings of the Ferrari team, this is the definitive book on Michael Schumacher - in every sense, a man driven to extremes. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
From the moment I picked this book up I knew I was addicted to it. No other book I have read on Schumi comes close to this.
This book truly focuses on the mind, psychology and dicipline of the greatest driver of this era.
It also explains the relationships between himself and the people around him in fine detail.
This book truly focuses on the mind, psychology and dicipline of the greatest driver of this era.
It also explains the relationships between himself and the people around him in fine detail.
For those who just love F1 or are Schumi fans, you have to read this one. I wouldn't have given it five stars since I am a critical person if the book was not that good. Go ahead, read it.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Paperback
This book provides a real insight into Michael Schumacher's life. It talks about his feelings both on and off the racing circuit, the importance of family life to him. It also goes into great detail about that controversial crash Jerez 1997. For those people who don't like Michael this book i'm sure will change your mind, you'll definitely realise he's just human, like the rest of us. Once you start reading this book you'll find it hard to put down.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Hardcover
This book is excellently presented and written with interesting photos and attachments; however, as always with Michael, we are never quite allowed to learn the true essence of what makes him tick. Perhaps the reason he is so successful is because he gives so little away, and reveals neither his strengths or weaknesses to anybody, probably not even his wife! This book takes you really close to Michael Schumacher, and when you finally think you're beginning to understand him, it pulls you away faster than a bungee jump off the Golden Gate Bridge. At the end of the day, we'll make our own minds up about Jerez; if we like him we'll continue to support him, and if we don't, we'll dish him! The book was excellent; worth a look for the Formula 1 insight whether you like the guy or not! Looking forward to the next one James!
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enjoyable, good insight
Before reading this I thought Schumacher was distant, aloof, uncaring, "Driven", or rather driving everyone else to distraction. Now I see him as human, caring, determined. Read more
Published 19 months ago by moses
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Only my opinion!!
A really good read,especially for the dedicated Schumacher fan.
Even if you aren't a fan of his, but you love F1, it's still a must have, it not only covers the 'Driver', but... Read more
Even if you aren't a fan of his, but you love F1, it's still a must have, it not only covers the 'Driver', but... Read more
Published on 24 Jun 2009 by Mr. G. Wynne
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An Essential F1 Book
This is one of the best F1 books ever written. Even if you are not a Schumacher fan, you've got to get this. Read more
Published on 24 April 2009 by MDD
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What took him on the edge of greatness
An absorbing read with insights on what makes Shumacher great along with the fact that he is also human and to err is human even though he did it more than once. Read more
Published on 21 Nov 2007 by Arshad Altaf
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent book, don't let James' TV commentary put you off
I'm not a fan of James Allens ITV F1 commentary but don't let this put you off, this is an excellent book. Read more
Published on 12 Oct 2007 by Andrew Doyle
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The Edge of Greatness
Having read a lot of Schumacher books, I do not rate this as the best book out there. If you want an in depth book on Schumacher's life then read the book written by Christopher... Read more
Published on 12 Oct 2007 by Mr. B. Wood
5.0 out of 5 stars
A solid, interesting read.
Good F1 biographies are pretty rare - many of them are hack jobs written by journalists that turn these things out by the dozen. Surprisingly, this is very good. Read more
Published on 29 Jun 2007 by Sulman
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Michael Schumacher-He's DA MAN!!
This is THE BOOK for every F1 fan.Even if you aren't a Schumi fan,you will become one after reading this. Read more
Published on 17 Nov 2000
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An in-dedpth story of the man behind the mask
I had borrowed James Allen's earlier book on Michael, Quest for Redemption, from the local library and read it earlier in the year. Read more
Published on 23 Jun 2000
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all about michael's heroic 1998 season after jerez
If you are a michael schumacer fan you will have to read this book. James Allen facinating way of describing the jerez incident and 1998 season will keep your interest until the... Read more
Published on 31 Aug 1999
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