Second Chance: The Autobiography - Hardcover

Todd, Mark

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9781409143192: Second Chance: The Autobiography

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1409143198 ISBN 13: 9781409143192

Publisher: Orion Publishing, 2012

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Mark Todd's eventing career is the stuff of legend and encompasses one of the greatest sporting comebacks of all time. When he 'retired' from competing in eventing in 2000, he had already been named 'Rider of the Century' for his natural empathy with a horse and his extraordinary success, which included back-to-back Olympic gold medals, five Burghley wins and three Badminton victories. The story of his progress from dairy farmer to world renowned sportsman is told with typically laid-back humor, but it reveals the fierce determination, discipline, and personal sacrifice that lies behind Todd's calm exterior.

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About the Author:

Mark Todd, CBE, is the only rider since 1932 to win back-to-back Olympic gold medals in eventing, which he achieved in 1984 and 1988 on his best-loved horse, Charisma.

Kate Green, who worked with Mark on this book, is managing editor of Country Life.

Review:

...a must-read. Mark is a great storyteller and his humorous tales and matter-of-fact approach to life will keep you hooked from beginning to end. It is a book that's hard to put down. * HORSE MAGAZINE * This book shows Toddy's humorous side as well as his steely determination and the sacrifices he's made for his love of this tough and dangerous sport. -- Kath Rhodes * WELSH COUNTRY * This compelling and entertaining biography reveals the fierce determination and discipline it takes to become named, rider of the century. * BIG ISSUE *

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