Valentino Rossi: Portrait of a Speed God
by Mat Oxley
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Author: Mat OxleyEdition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2006-11-30
ISBN: 1844253473
Number of pages: 220
Publisher: Haynes Publishing
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Book Review: Interesting view into the mind of the greatest racer
Summary: 4 Stars
I enjoyed reading this book tremendously. The writing style was surprisingly good, though I'm not entirely sure if it was more representative of the author or the translator. The reader is taken through his childhood, decision to commit to racing motorcycles, evolution through the European classes to MotoGP, many bad-boy exploits and finally some of the most challenging experiences Rossi has participated in as a MotoGP rider. It was fascinating to compare his perspective from inside the helmet with my perspective as an observer. It reads much like the script to Sundance film, starting in the present, digressing into history, and progressing back to present. I found it a bit difficult to follow at times but in the end was satisfied. If you follow MotoGP at all this book tells you what you already know, Rossi is a bad a-- on and off the track, yet warm, thoughtful, personable most of all simply human.
If you are a fan of Rossi or MotoGP this is a must read.
Summary of Valentino Rossi: Portrait of a Speed God
Fabulous full-color photographs capture the larger-than-life character of arguably the greatest motorcycle racer of all time and one of the world?s most charismatic sporting personalities, both on and off the track. Rossi?s life is charted from his earliest days, following his graduation through the ranks, winning the 125, 250 and 500 World Championships, to his domination of the 200mph MotoGP class, first with Honda and then in 2004 and 2005 with the previously under performing Yamaha squad. This is a visual treat for all who appreciate Rossi?s talent and take on life in this age of conformist motor sport.
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