Sex, Lies and Handlebar Tape by Paul Howard

Sex, Lies and Handlebar Tape by Paul Howard

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A biography of French cycling star Jacques Anquetil that pieces together the story of his life. As well as dealing with Anquetil's considerable achievements as a cyclist, it also explores his complex, unconventional and shocking private life. It unveils the real truth about one of cycling's great legends.

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Sex, Lies and Handlebar Tape by Paul Howard

A biography of French cycling star Jacques Anquetil that pieces together the story of his life. As well as dealing with Anquetil's considerable achievements as a cyclist, it also explores his complex, unconventional and shocking private life. It unveils the real truth about one of cycling's great legends.
"An extraordinary biography" The Times Magazine "Paul Howard has not allowed Anquetil's astonishing love life to overwhelm his equally extraordinary career.. an impeccably researched book (Book of the Week)" Independent on Sunday "An excellent work" Daily Telegraph "A stunning story" Shortlist
Paul Howard is a writer and journalist who contributes frequently to cycling magazines and the national press. His previous book, Riding High, was shortlisted for the National Sporting Club's Best New Sports Writer prize.
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ISBN 13 9781845963019
ISBN 10 1845963016
Title Sex, Lies and Handlebar Tape
Author Paul Howard
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Transworld Publishers Ltd
Year published 2008-04-03
Number of pages 320
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.