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Evel Incarnate: The Life and Legend of Evel Knievel (Paperback)

by Steve Mandich (Author)
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  • Paperback: 240 pages
  • Publisher: Sidgwick & Jackson Ltd (22 Sep 2000)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0283063629
  • ISBN-13: 978-0283063626
  • Product Dimensions: 22.9 x 15.2 x 2.5 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 575,679 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Evel Knievel became famous in the 1960s and 70s for his motorcycle jumps, culminating in the Snake River Canyon jump in 1973, on a "sky-cycle". This biography traces his life from his childhood in Montana to his decline into alcoholism at 60.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Engaging and well-written bio..., 23 Sep 2001
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... Evel Incarnate is a masterly account of the myth and reality of Evel Knievel and is a well-written and engaging read. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone, whether they be a die-hard Evel fan, rev-head or just after an entertaining biography one of the 20th centuries more interesting celebrity sportsmen. Who could be disappointed with that?
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5.0 out of 5 stars Balance, skill and control - Mandich has what Evel lacked., 11 Oct 2000
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Let's just say that the BBC documentary `Touch of Evel' would have benefitted greatly if this book had been available at the time of production! Mandich's masterly yet affectionate execution fills in all the gaps - it is the quiet authoritative voice behind the hollering and bluster of the legend. It shows meticulous research without descending into geekdom, and hits the spot more accurately than Evel did in a thousand jumps. Splendid.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Disturbing snapshot of speedfreak 70s Americana..., 26 Sep 2000
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There are many reasons why Steve Mandich--editor of the terrific Heinous and Monorail zines--was the only possible choice to chronicle Evel's strange life. He truly loves the daredevil's accomplishments, yet unlike most of the fanboys, he can look critically at aspects of the EK Legend, and sees no need to whitewash Evel's behavior. Evel Incarnate is well-researched, with an engagingly wry style and none of the cobbled together feel that infects many zinesters' first books. Evel's rambunctious youth, the failures of his early adulthood, his years of bone-smashing glory and his decline into alcoholic eccentricity are all chronicled, as is the rise of motorcycle jumping in America and abroad. Even if you're not particularly interested in Evel, pick this up for the account of the Altamont-like scene at the grounds of his Snake Canyon River jump, as disturbing a snapshot of speedfreak seventies Americana as you'll find anywhere. Highly recommended.
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1.0 out of 5 stars This book is pants
This book is tells the reader little about Evel Knievel as a man and is really just a poorly put together list of his jumps, stunts and failures. Read more
Published on 2 Sep 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars A brilliant study of a real-life superhero
What more was there left to be said about Robert 'Evel' Knievel? Plenty, and it's all in EVEL INCARNATE. Read more
Published on 3 Oct 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars Probably the best book on Evel Knievel I have ever read
Evel Knievel is an American myth. A legend. He is also an ex alcoholic and compulsive exaggerator. This affectionate book explains the story of Evels life, deconstructing myths... Read more
Published on 24 Sep 2000

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