Bloody Minded

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My Life in Cycling

By Alex Dowsett

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Bloody Minded by Alex Dowsett is an inspiring memoir that delves into the life of a professional cyclist who has faced numerous challenges. The book explores Dowsett's journey in the sporting world, highlighting his determination to succeed despite battling haemophilia, a condition that could have ended his career. It's a story of resilience, passion, and overcoming obstacles on the path to achieving one's dreams.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by personal stories of overcoming adversity and pushing the limits of human endurance. This memoir offers an inside look at the world of professional cycling, combined with the author's journey through life challenges. It's particularly compelling if you're interested in sports, perseverance, and the triumph over obstacles.

Bloody Minded

Alex Dowsett's pulsating autobiography lifts the lid on a decade of life in the world's greatest pelotons and tells how he succeeded despite being the world's only top sportsperson with haemophilia A.

Alex Dowsett’s pulsating autobiography lifts the lid on a decade of life in the world’s greatest pelotons and tells how he succeeded despite being the world’s only able-bodied elite sportsperson in the world with haemophilia A.

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SHORTLISTED FOR THE SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2024 – CYCLING BOOK OF THE YEAR

'Immensely readable and revealing' The Guardian

'A must read' Phil Liggett, MBE

'A story like no other in cycling' Ned Boulting

IMAGINE COMPETING IN THE WORLD'S MOST BRUTAL CYCLE RACES, KNOWING THAT A CRASH COULD BE FATAL

Bloody Minded by Alex Dowsett offers a unique and thrilling glimpse into the world of professional cycling. Alex Dowsett is one of Britain's greatest cyclists, having ridden Grand Tours and Classics for elite teams including Sky and Movistar, and broken the iconic World Hour Record – the ultimate time trial challenge. With humour, insight and honesty, Alex recounts his years as a pro-cyclist and the challenges he has faced in his struggle to reach the top.

Dowsett has achieved all this despite being the only able-bodied elite sportsperson in the world with haemophilia A. He describes how the condition – in which falls can be fatal – both blighted his young sporting life and boosted his determination to succeed. Every professional cyclist requires courage, but Alex takes fearlessness to another level in a sport where injury and suffering are a given.

Featuring an all-star cycling cast, including Bradley Wiggins, Chris Froome, Mark Cavendish, and Lance Armstrong, this pulsating book lifts the lid on life in the peloton at the world’s top level. From his highs – including Giro d’Italia stage victories – to his frustrations at the injustices he faced in the sport, Alex's memoir perfectly chronicles a career in which he was driven equally by love and rage.

Combining Alex's personal triumphs with his unique take on being part of the golden age of British cycling, this is an unmissable tale of sporting endeavour.

'A fascinating insight into the mindset of an elite sportsman who overcame great odds to reach the very top' Simon Brotherton

'The humblest super-talent in the peloton, proving nice guys can win. A wonderful book' Carlton Kirby

'An inspiration for anyone who wants to do whatever they’re told they can’t.' Michael Hutchinson

'Such an inspiring tale. Poignant and moving, and told with forthright honesty' Peter Cossins

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Bloody Minded by Alex Dowsett, co-authored with Phil Liggett, has garnered praise for its candid and honest depiction of life as a professional cyclist. Reviews highlight its inspiration and readability, noting Dowsett's ability to connect with readers through forthright honesty and his compelling journey. Esteemed commentators commend it as a must-read for cycling enthusiasts and an insightful portrayal of overcoming personal and professional challenges.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781399406406

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 28 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Sport

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

Alex Dowsett is a former professional road racing cyclist who has been cycling for over a decade at the world's top level. He was a time trial specialist and in 2015 he broke track cycling's World Hour Record. @AlexDowsett

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