The eighth wonder of the world
The true story of andré the giant
Bertrand Hébert, Pat Laprade
Résumé
A definitive and exhaustive biography
Is there a way to find truth in the stuff of legend? You may think you know André the Giant - but who was André 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 André the Giant transports readers beyond the smoke and mirrors of professional wrestling into the life of a real man.
Born in France, André worked on his family's farm until he was 18, when he moved to Paris to pursue professional wrestling. A truly extraordinary figure, André 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 André's amazing in-ring career and the indelible mark he left on pop culture, Laprade and Hébert have crafted the most complete portrait of a modern-day mythical being.
Caractéristiques techniques
| PAPIER | NUMERIQUE | |
| Éditeur(s) | Ecw Press | |
| Auteur(s) | Bertrand Hébert, Pat Laprade | |
| Parution | 13/04/2020 | 14/04/2020 |
| Contenu | - |
ePub |
| EAN13 | 9781770414662 |
9781773054766 |
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