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The eighth wonder of the world : the true story of André the Giant  Cover Image Book Book

The eighth wonder of the world : the true story of André the Giant / Bertrand Hébert and Pat Laprade.

Hébert, Bertrand, (author.). Laprade, Pat, (author.).

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.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781770414662 (hardcover)
  • Physical Description: xv, 421 pages : illustrations (some colour) ; 24 cm
  • Publisher: Toronto, Ontario, Canada : ECW Press, 2020.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references.
Subject: Andre, the Giant, 1946-1993.
Wrestlers > France > Biography.
Genre: Biographies.

Available copies

  • 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.

Holds

  • 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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Lakeshore Branch 796.812092 Andre-H 31681010197986 NONFIC Available -


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