Barry: The Story of Motorcycling Legend, Barry Sheene by Nick Harris (English) P

Description: Barry by Nick Harris, Steve Parrish The definitive biography of motor cycling legend Barry Sheene FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This is the remarkable story of Barry Sheene, the cheeky cockney boy who grew up to become a sporting legend. He won the British motorcycling 125cc championship aged just twenty and twice became World Champion in the 500cc class, despite two life-threatening crashes. In an era when sport and its personalities rarely made it off the back pages, Barry Sheene crossed the bridge between sport and celebrity in a style that only George Best had achieved previously.Barry is an intimate and revealing account told by three people who knew him better than most. Steve Parrish, fellow bike racer and now BBC commentator, Nick Harris, who wrote and broadcast on all Barrys major successes, and Barrys widow, Stephanie. Frank and fascinating, Barry is an exclusive look into the extraordinary life of a charming and complex man. Notes New, paperback edition of the definitive biography of motorcycling legend Barry Sheene. Parrish rode with Barry for years and is still heavily involved in the sport, and Nick Harris is a longstanding motorcycling journalist and commentator. Barrys widow Stephanie has written the foreword. Sold over 40,000 copies in hardback, and 20,000 in trade paperback. Author Biography Steve Parrish rode with Barry for years and is still heavily involved in the sport. Nick Harris is a long standing motorcycling journalist and commentator. Stephanie Sheene and Barry were the iconic golden couple of the 1970s: she now lives in Australia. Review A short life but a fantastic one, and his mates Steve Parrish - no mean biker himself - and Nick Harris have put the legends life together in a book that runs the gamut of emotions and makes you wonder if youre putting enough into your own life - DAILY SPORTA short life but a fantastic one, and his mates Steve Parrish - no mean biker himself - and Nick Harris have put the legends life together in a book that runs the gamut of emotions and makes you wonder if youre putting enough into your own life - DAILY Sport Promotional * Specialist advertising activity * Author PR activity * Review coverage * Reading copies available * and nick-harris.co.uk Long Description This is the remarkable story of Barry Sheene, the cheeky cockney boy who grew up to become a sporting legend. He won the British motorcycling 125cc championship aged just twenty and twice became World Champion in the 500cc class, despite two life-threatening crashes. In an era when sport and its personalities rarely made it off the back pages, Barry Sheene crossed the bridge between sport and celebrity in a style that only George Best had achieved previously.Barry is an intimate and revealing account told by three people who knew him better than most. Steve Parrish, fellow bike racer and now BBC commentator, Nick Harris, who wrote and broadcast on all Barrys major successes, and Barrys widow, Stephanie. Frank and fascinating, Barry is an exclusive look into the extraordinary life of a charming and complex man. Review Quote A short life but a fantastic one, and his mates Steve Parrish - no mean biker himself - and Nick Harris have put the legends life together in a book that runs the gamut of emotions and makes you wonder if youre putting enough into your own life - DAILY SPORTA short life but a fantastic one, and his mates Steve Parrish - no mean biker himself - and Nick Harris have put the legends life together in a book that runs the gamut of emotions and makes you wonder if youre putting enough into your own life - DAILY SPORT Promotional "Headline" The definitive biography of motor cycling legend Barry Sheene Description for Sales People A Sunday Times bestseller - up to number 5 - and over 40,000 copies sold in hardback, 20,000 in trade paperback. Details ISBN0751539325 Author Steve Parrish Publisher Little, Brown Book Group Year 2008 ISBN-10 0751539325 ISBN-13 9780751539325 Format Paperback Publication Date 2008-07-03 Imprint Sphere Subtitle The Story of Motorcycling Legend, Barry Sheene Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 796.75092 Media Book Pages 240 Short Title Barry Language English UK Release Date 2008-07-03 Illustrations Section: 16, colour Audience General NZ Release Date 2008-08-31 AU Release Date 2008-08-31 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:14704461;

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