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Undisputed Truth
My Autobiography
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One of the most talked-about and bestselling books of last year, this is the no-holds-barred autobiography of a sporting legend driven to the brink of self-destruction
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One of the most talked-about and best-selling books of recent years, Undisputed Truth is the no-holds-barred autobiography of a sporting legend driven to the brink of self-destruction. This compelling bestseller delves deep into the raw and riveting story of Mike Tyson, offering an in-depth look into his tumultuous life and career. Co-written with Larry Sloman, author of Anthony Kiedisβs best-selling memoir Scar Tissue, this book is an unflinching tale of a man born into a world of violence and chaos, ascending to the heights of fame only to spiral into crime, substance abuse, and controversy.
From his early years growing up in the mean streets of Brooklyn, to becoming the youngest heavyweight champion in boxing history, Tyson's story is spellbinding. His rise to stardom is matched only by his spectacular fall, marked by highly publicised legal battles, financial turmoil, and personal struggles. Yet, within this narrative of fury and fallibility is also a tale of redemption and self-awareness.
Undisputed Truth is not just a sports memoir but a complex portrait of a man who reflects on his life with brutal honesty. Tyson shares insights about the people who shaped him, from his mentor Cus D'Amato to his controversial interactions within the boxing world. The book is filled with anecdotes that are humorous, heartbreaking, and at times shocking, providing a thorough exploration of a personality that has been both vilified and revered.
This autobiography pulls no punches, offering an unprecedented look into the mind of one of the most dynamic and misunderstood figures in sports history. The candid narration provides readers with a uniquely revealing glimpse of the emotions and experiences that shaped Tyson's journey. Full of the controversy and complexity that you would expect from a man who delighted as much as he shocked, this is a book that continually surprises and unveils a fascinating character beneath the veneer of violence.
If you think you know all about Mike Tyson, think again. Undisputed Truth will make you see him in a whole new light, offering a truly unputdownable read that is as enlightening as it is entertaining.
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Undisputed Truth by Mike Tyson is lauded as a brutally honest, gripping autobiography. Reviewers praise its compelling narrative and fascinating insights into Tyson's life, comparing it to an epic American tale filled with raw, sensational, and riveting details. It is described as addictive and utterly enthralling, providing a deep dive into both Tyson's triumphs and tribulations.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780007502530
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 05 June 2014
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: HarperSport
Illustration: (2x8pp plates)
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 38.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 390g
Pages: 608
About the Author
Mike Tyson is a former undisputed heavyweight champion of the world and holds the record as the youngest boxer to win the WBC, WBA and IBF heavyweight titles at 20 years, 4 months and 22 days old. Tyson won his first 19 professional bouts by knockout, with 12 of them occurring in the first round. He won the WBC title in 1986 after defeating Trevor Berbick by a TKO in the second round. In 1987, Tyson added the WBA and IBF titles after defeating James Smith and Tony Tucker. He was the first heavyweight boxer to simultaneously hold the WBA, WBC and IBF titles, and the only heavyweight to individually unify them.Larry Sloman is the author of bestselling collaborative books with Bob Dylan, Howard Stern, and the critically acclaimed βScar Tissueβ with Anthony Kiedis.
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