David Beckham: My Side - The Autobiography - Hardcover

Beckham, David

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0007157320 ISBN 13: 9780007157327

Publisher: HarperCollinsWillow, 2003

Synopsis

With endless newspaper column inches devoted to one of the most talked about men in the world, it seems that we know everything there is to know about David Beckham. Or do we? This is Beckham's life story in his own words. The book deals with his complex relationship with United boss Alex Ferguson and looks at how he handles the pressure of playing alongside some of the most volatile footballers of his generation, from the likes of Cantona, Schmeichel and Keane. It tells the England story, from being vilified by the nation before returning as the prodigal son and almost single-handedly guiding his country as captain to the 2002 World Cup Finals. From Beckham himself, we gain an insight into the family man behind the famous footballer, the international model and fashion leader. He describes how he first met and then married ex-Spice girl Victoria Adams and the upbringing of their two children Brooklyn and Romeo. He goes on to discuss how his family's every step is monitored by a posse of newshounds and paparazzi. He also tells of the influence of his parents, growing up as a shy youngster in the family home and how their subsequent split affected him. The book was written with the assistance of Tom Watt.

About this title

About the Author:

David Beckham was born in Leytonstone, East London in May 1975. At the age of 11 he came first in the Bobby Charlton Soccer Schools competition ahead of 5,000 other boys. He signed for Manchester United in 1989 and made his debut three years later, aged 17. He has since gone on to play more than fifty times for England, including captaining his country in the 2002 World Cup Finals.

Review:

'The confrontations between Beckham and Ferguson have the acid marks of authenticity' Mail on Sunday'Skilfully written' Evening Standard'Utterly fascinating' Heat magazine'A sensational story' The Sun'This book sings' Daily Telegraph

About this edition

• Publisher: HarperCollinsWillow
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0007157320
• ISBN 13: 9780007157327
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 416