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Summary: A Gem of a Memior
Review: I bought this book on a whim. I am not a cyclist nor have I really followed the sport. Inspite of that, I found Lance Armstrong's biography to be incredibly inspiring. I read it while on a plane coming back from Jamaica and found myself utterly enthralled with his story of self-discovering and growth that gained as a cancer survivor. I was also moved by the parallels he described in battling the pethelon and conqueoring cancer. His love for the bike and what it has brought to his life is equally impressive. I felt as though I was with him as decribed cycling through harsh weather, pain and all the wonderous nature of the French countyside.Oncology nurse Ms. Latrice Haney, whom he calls a real life angel, was also inspiring. Her dedication to her patient and her profession was moving. If am ever sick, I also hope encounter an angel like her. Life is miracleous. Lance Armstrong's testimony bears witness to this fact.
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Summary: Life In The Fast Lane
Review: I really enjoyed this book. Lance's journey really sent home the message that we can all turn our lives around. And I don't mean medically. Lance's transformation into a more "human" caring person, shows us what is possible for everyone. This book was a great read. I highly recommend it. Another book on personal transformation that I thoroughly enjoyed is by Ariel and Shya Kane called "Working On Yourself Doesn't Work." This book shows how, in easy to understand terms, people's lives can be totally transformed by adding a simple awareness to their way of seeing. It too is a wonderful read that I highly recommend.
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Summary: A book everyone can gain from
Review: As the title states...it's not about the bike. This is so inspiring that I recomend it for everyone. Everyone can learn and gain from this. It will raise the bar you are currently challenging yourself at both mental and physical. Even my roomate who spends most of his time in his room and can't even begin to think of competitive cycling could benifit from this. I hope he and anyone in the dumps reads and becomes a better more solid person. Lance is a true Amercian hero, as well as his wife, and many around him. As you'll learn, the top of the list, he is a "Cancer Survivor".
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Summary: AN EMOTIONAL ROLLER COASTER
Review: I quite honestly felt the book dragged a little bit in the early stages -- kinda like a bike race. However, the more I read the more I couldn't put it down. This is truly a moving story. If you never believed in miracles, Lance Armstrong story will change your mind. The title is perfect, It's Not About the Bike -- the trails this book takes you has the reader breaking at every curve. How much can one man take? I am amazed that Lance has managed to keep his sanity. What an inspiration -- GREAT BOOK!!!
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Summary: it's not (just) about Lance, it's about life
Review: This book speaks eloquently on many levels, and there are insightful lessons for everyone here. The difficulty of getting back to "living" after a battle with cancer, the disenfranchised feelings of a teenager in Plano, Texas, the value of one devoted parent, the grinding life of a professional athlete were all aspects I didn't expect from this book.
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Summary: A Modern-day Hero Tells His Story
Review: First off, this is a great story of how grim determination and luck beat the odds against the Big C and reached accomplishments far beyond the normal person's dreams. I can't imagine anyone not being inspired by LA's tale and happy for him & his family. On the down side, LA's ego also appears to be world-class and as sometimes seems the case in autobiography, he tends to take every chance to point out instances where he is superior. I would have rated the story much higher had it been written by a third party, but at any rate, the Armstrong story is terrific. Good luck at the 2001 TDF, Lance!
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Summary: Incredibly Gripping, You Are There
Review: Before you crack this book, you must make a pact with yourself to put it down after each chapter unless you are a quick read and have the time. There will be times that you fight against this notion, and there are times that you will lose and end up reading multiple chapters. You Are There because the voice is "real", the details of Lance's life are open, and believable. If you know someone with cancer, this is a good read for both you and your acquaintance.
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Summary: It Is 'Not About The Bike'
Review: When i first brought this book i thought ok about a man who is a top class athlete who's going to rant about his life like other biographies then tell about how he got cancer, surveved and did the superman act and win the tour de france. From the first chapter i was so wrong. This was the life of a top class athlete. But also a winnner who beat everyone and everything. It is a story of courage will determination and bloody hard work. Parts of this journey are moving yet others in a way funny. The way in which Lance never gave up is somethinng the rest of us could all learn from and the way he fought back to the top an achievement worthy of any prize. But Lance already had his prize his life, his wife and son Luke. This book is a story of someones life and even though im a keen cyclist as the title says 'Its Not About The Bike', its also a brilliant journey of someones highs lows and the bits in between. A must buy this book WILL change your perception on life and other people.
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Summary: Would Give It Six Stars If I Could
Review: There are a lot of reviews of this book already on amazon.com, so I'll keep it brief and just say that this is one of the best books I've read in a long time. If you have any interest in reading about cycling, cancer or the story of an exceptional person's life, then you won't be disappointed.
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Summary: It's About the Voice
Review: I had great hopes for this book, but low expectations given the quality and content of most athlete's stories ("I was abused/unsponsored/hated/injured but I won/almost won and learned a life lesson at the Superbowl/Olympics/World Champs"). I was pleasantly surprised by the readabilty, human focus and voice of this book. The first chapter is gripping, and clearly establishes the "this is who I am, no apologies necessary" tone. Even though you know how this story plays out, it's told with enough insight and detail to make it interesting. The recognition of growth moves this book a couple of notches above the standard self-congratulatory sports fare. Some phrasing is repetitious; "X was great; they were there when I needed them" appeared a few too many times (I get the idea! Lance was well supported by a close circle of friends!). If you can *tolerate* writing that's not high-brow, this is an entertaining read.
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