The Climb

Name: The Climb
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780241969427
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The Autobiography

By Chris Froome

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The Climb by Chris Froome is an engaging memoir by the esteemed professional cyclist that explores his remarkable journey from his early years in Kenya to becoming a four-time Tour de France winner. Froome shares insights into his rigorous training, the challenges he faced, and the dedication required to reach the pinnacle of his sport. His personal story provides an in-depth look at the competitive world of cycling and the determination it takes to succeed amidst controversies and triumphs.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by tales of perseverance in the face of adversity and are a fan of professional cycling. The author shares an inspiring journey from his early days in Kenya to becoming a celebrated Tour de France winner, delving into the highs and lows of his cycling career with passion and determination.

The Climb

On 26th July 2015, Chris Froome entered the record books. He won cycling's ultimate race - the Tour de France - for the second time. Taking a double Yellow Jersey was a staggering achievement. This memoir shows just how remarkable it was, given the uphill struggle Froome faced.

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The biggest cycling book of the year - the inspirational memoir of the double winner of the Tour De France.

Taking a third Yellow Jersey was a staggering achievement. This memoir shows just how remarkable it was, given the uphill struggle Froome faced. Growing up in Kenya, biking down mile after mile of dusty road, and staying in a humble tin hut, he developed a fierce passion and determination to win.

The road to Europe was long, gruelling and filled with setbacks - but it prepared him for teamwork as a domestique and then the leap to leader of Team Sky and a shot at winning the Tour de France. In The Climb, written with the renowned investigative reporter David Walsh, he vividly recounts the struggles, the rivalries, the battles, the comebacks. Finally, he traces his path to triumph and his mission to help clean up cycling.

Inspiring and exhilarating, it will leave you ready to face your own challenges in life, whatever they may be.

'Engaging, vividly evoked' - Mail on Sunday, Books of the Year

'What Chris has done is phenomenal' - Sir Chris Hoy

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The Climb, a memoir by Chris Froome, is noted for its engaging narrative that details his childhood in Nairobi and victory in cycling, without shying away from team rivalries. The book is praised for offering an authentic pro cyclist's perspective, with insights into Froome's mental resilience and tenacity. His story is considered intriguing, highlighting his phenomenal athletic achievements.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241969427

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 June 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 340g

Pages: 448

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Biography & Memoir Chris Froome Cycling Non-Fiction Penguin Books Sports Sports Biographies

About the Author

Chris Froome was born in Nairobi to British parents. He was educated and raised in South Africa and now races for Team GB and Team Sky. He is undoubtedly the finest Grand Tour cyclist of his generation and is the first man since Bernad Hinault to hold all three Grand Tours at the same time. His escape on the Colle delle Finestre during Stage 19 of the 2018 Giro D'Italia, that secured him the Maglia Rosa, was roundly considered one of the most daring attacks in modern cycling history.