The Eighth Wonder of the World: The True Story of André the Giant - Couverture souple

Hebert, Bertrand; Laprade, Pat

 
9781770416758: The Eighth Wonder of the World: The True Story of André the Giant
Couverture souple
ISBN 10 : 1770416757 ISBN 13 : 9781770416758
Editeur : ECW Press,Canada, 2022

Synopsis

Is there a way to find truth in the stuff of legend? You may think you know Andre the Giant - but who was Andre Roussimoff? This comprehensive biography addresses the burning questions, outrageous stories, and common misconceptions about his height, his weight, his drawing power as a superstar, and his seemingly unparalleled capacity for food and alcohol. But more importantly, The Eighth Wonder of the World: The True Story of Andre the Giant transports readers beyond the smoke and mirrors of professional wrestling into the life of a real man. Born in France, Andre worked on his family's farm until he was 18, when he moved to Paris to pursue professional wrestling. A truly extraordinary figure, Andre went on to become an international icon and world traveler, all while battling acromegaly. While his disorder is what made him a giant and a household name, it's also what caused his untimely death at 46. With exhaustive research, exclusive interviews with family and friends, and an exploration of Andre's amazing in-ring career and the indelible mark he left on pop culture, Laprade and Hebert have crafted the most complete portrait of a modern-day mythical being.

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À propos de l?auteur

Pat Laprade has been involved in pro wrestling for more than 15 years. He was a field producer for HBO's critically acclaimed documentary André the Giant. With Bertrand Hébert he co-authored Mad Dogs, Midgets and Screw Jobs and Mad Dog: The Maurice Vachon Story. Involved in pro wrestling for more than 25 years, Hébert also co-wrote Pat Patterson's biography, Accepted.

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Éditeur
ECW Press,Canada
Date d'édition
2022
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
1770416757
ISBN 13 
9781770416758
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
550
Coordonnées du fabricant
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ISBN 10 :  1770414665 ISBN 13 :  9781770414662
Editeur : ECW Press,Canada, 2020
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