| Description |
xv, 421 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 413-421). |
| Summary |
"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."-- Provided by publisher. |
| Form |
Issued also in electronic formats. |
| Subject |
Andre, the Giant, 1946-1993.
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Wrestlers -- France -- Biography.
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| Added Author |
Laprade, Pat, author.
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| ISBN |
9781770414662 (hardcover) |
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1770414665 (hardcover) |
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