Life of Evel : Evel Knievel / Stuart Barker.
Life of Evel : Evel Knievel / Stuart Barker.
Alternate Title
:
Evel Knievel
By
:
Barker, Stuart, 1970-
Publication Date
:
2008, 2004
Publication Information
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New York : St. Martin's Press,
Edition
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1st U.S. ed.
Physical Description
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323 p., [16] p. of plates : ill.
Subject Term
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Motorcyclists -- United States -- Biography.
Stunt cycling.
Bibliography Note
:
Includes bibliographical references (p. [301]-314) and index.
Summary
:
A searching and at times harrowing re-appraisal of the life of Evel Knievel, Stuart Barker's definitive biography captures the superstar status that Knievel held and also examines the originator of Xtreme sports--a man whose love of gambling, women and drinking, ensure his legend will live forever. Through meticulous reporting and interviews, Barker penetrates the legends to divulge the complete story of one of the most compelling Americans ever.
Language
:
English
ISBN
:
9780312547356
Library | Collection | Collection | Call Number | Status |
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St. John's - A.C. Hunter (SJH) | ADULT BIO - BASEMENT | Adult Biography - Basement | B K74B | Checked In |