Giro d'Italia

Name: Giro d'Italia
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781781257173
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The Story of the World's Most Beautiful Bike Race

By Colin O'Brien

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Giro d'Italia traces the gripping history of Italy's premier cycling race, famed for its blend of heroism, strife, and enduring traditions. Against Italy's evocative landscapes, it unveils legendary riders, epic feats, and the evolving clash between heritage and modern influences.
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This compelling narrative is ideal for sports enthusiasts, cycling fans, and readers interested in Italian culture and history.

The full, rich story of the legendary Giro d'Italia, published to celebrate its 100th edition.

The full, rich story of the legendary Giro d'Italia, covering its dramatic 100th edition

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The story of the Giro d'Italia—Italy's equivalent of the Tour de France, and its superior in the eyes of many—is as dramatic and full of extraordinary characters as the story of Italy itself. Heroism, suffering, feuds and betrayals, tradition under threat from modernity all play out against a timeless landscape.

The iconic riders, mythical stories and career-defining exploits are conveyed in rich, vibrant prose.

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Praised for its rich anecdotes and vivid storytelling, Tim Parks of Guardian calls it a "marvellous account" filled with excitement. Road.cc highlights it as an excellent introduction to the race's profound impact on Italian culture and cycling.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781781257173

Publisher: Profile Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 April 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Pursuit

Edition: Main

Illustration: Integrated b&w plus plate section. 40-80 images total

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 192g

Pages: 272

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About the Author

Colin O'Brien is an Irish sports writer based in Rome. His passion for cycling and the European professional racing scene was ignited when Marco Pantani and the world's best riders came to Dublin with the 1998 Tour de France. He contributes to leading publications worldwide, including Rouleur, Peloton, Cyclist, and ProCycling.