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Summary: Mediocre bio of outstanding footballer.
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Becks is an outstanding footballer, no doubt, and a decent story teller (although I really do wonder how much of this bio was actually written by him vs. his co-author). That said, I don't recommend this bio unless you are a serious Beckham fan, which I am not, or are interested in reading a bio that has a lot of filler. (Keano or Fergie's bios are better). Sure, there are some well written anecdotes as well as a few insights into the EPL, International Football, celebrity, fatherhood, and Becks' row with Sir Alex... but then there isn't a lot of detail in between. Finally, and perhaps what turned me off most, is that Becks, a Brit, used American spelling and vocab. Maybe there is a UK edition of the book with football instead of soccer, or realise instead of realize? This book seemed to me to be the first marketing strike in Beckham's coming invasion of America, not the memoir of one of modern football's biggest stars I hoped for.
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Summary: Bullcrap
Review: As his life is most of his book is about anything but football. you will find most of his book telling you how beautifull his wife is and how much each of her dresses cost and how beautifull they are.
Sir Alex was right to kick him out of the club, he is nothing but a spoiled brat.
It was total waste of time, Don't waste yours.
(read fergie's autobiography. great book!)
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Summary: Excellent!
Review: Beckham is gorgeous and a superb soccer player, but when you read this book, you'll get to know what a great person he is, and you'll love him even more!
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Summary: Surprisingly Candid Commentary From An Image Conscious Star
Review: David Beckham is one of the most famous international athletes of our times. His hairstyles and tattoos are as well-known and emulated as his trademark bending free kicks. He sells more replica shirts than any other footballer, and is probably the most media covered player of his generation.
What impressed me about this book was the candor of the author. His diction and tone were not one of a media and marketing savvy "product" that we have witnessed in various mediums. He seemed like an ordinary guy, from modest beginnings, who honed his skills for hours upon hours to become a top player. He does not appear to have forgotten his roots, or his childhood passion for the sport. That he married a famous woman, or has become a global marketing vehicle, seems secondary. David Beckham, who was vilified after his red card sending off against Argentina in 1998, resurrected himself four years later against the same opponent. And then returned to icon status in his native England.
David Beckham was a product of the Manchester United youth system. With the exception of a short period on loan to Preston North End, he spent his entire British career playing for legendary coach, Sir Alex Ferguson, at Manchester United. The book discusses his childhood training, along with the fact that famous people in the sport recognized his prodigious talents at a young age.
He discusses his relationships with fellow teammates, some of whom he had known from his early years. For a world superstar, he understands the importance of being a team player. His love of England is demonstrated by his steadfast devotion to its captaincy. One senses that Beckham would tattoo the England captain's band on his arm if he could. For him, it is more than just a piece of cloth.
I was impressed by his devotion to family, along with his desire to raise his children away from the media spotlight that follows him incessantly. His well-publicized falling out with Sir Alex Ferguson appeared to be a seminal event. He had played for the famous coach for over a decade, and perhaps the row was needed for Beckham to realize his true potential. He now wears the famous white shirt of Real Madrid, another club with a rich history and several other famous "galacticos" (as the stars are called on the Madrid team.)
He may be one of the most highly compensated players in his sport. But I sense, even with his global media appeal, that deep down, David Beckham is still the young boy who wore a Tottenham Hotspurs kit (uniform) to his first Manchester United youth training session. When he takes the field for England or Real Madrid, few supporters would ask for their money back. He leaves it all on the pitch. And there are not too many in the world today that can "bend it" like David Beckham. :-)
Thank you for the opportunity to review this interesting autobiography.
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Summary: Awesome insight into the man behind the image!
Review: Excellent book! Provides a raw insight into a player often misunderstood. By the end of the book you see him in a new light, his values, his insecurities, and his moments of success.
His story shows why Manchester United and Alex Ferguson are so good at what they do. After also reading Japp Stam's book, it makes clear what happens at that club if you cross the line.
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Summary: A Page turner!
Review: I got this book because I thought it would be a fun light read. Once I started page one I couldn't put it down! I spent hours reading it! When it was over I was actually sad, because I wanted more. Before this book I liked Beckham, but now I have sooooo much more respect for him. It's nice to see a professional athlete who can write a great book. You gotta read this!
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Summary: The Real Truth about Beckham
Review: I recently became a fan of David Beckham and reading this book really made me a bigger fan. I recommand this book to any David Beckham Fan. This book takes you to a journey from his childhood days, to meeting his wife Victoria (Posh Spice), his 98 World Cup experience, the birth of his two adorable sons, Brooklyn (4) and Romeo (1), his experince as a Man. U player and his reasons for leaving Man. U and joining Real Madrid. I really felt for his when he explained his experiences. I remember having tears when he talked about the birth of his son, Brooklyn. The book also has some excellent pictures of him and his family. If your a huge David Beckham fan, than I higly recommand this book.
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Summary: My Review
Review: I thought this book was awsome. As a fan i felt that it gave me someinsight into his world.
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Summary: I LOVE IT
Review: If you are Beckham Fans, you need to buy this book.
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Summary: Good insight into Beckham's life at the moment
Review: My review may be a little bit biased because I really like David Beckham, but I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is because I would have a liked a little bit more detail. I read a recent review on here where someone said they were disappointed that Becks used Americanized language in the book. He should know that there was a UK and a US version of this book released, hence the use of 'soccer' instead of 'football', etc. The UK book is called 'David Beckham: My Side' and is written for the English audience. I also questioned how much of the book was penned by David or the co-author Tom Watt. I can't exactly see Becks sitting down to a computer and writing his memoirs. But who cares - it was written from his point of view and I really enjoyed being able to get inside his head. I'd say the most interesting parts of the book were his rows with Alex Ferguson, leading to his eventual sale to Real Madrid and his feelings behind his sending off at the 1998 World Cup. I guess I wanted a book that would tell some behind-the-scenes type stuff and those were some of the highlights. If you like David Beckham, I think you'd enjoy this book.
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