Sidwells, Chris
A Race for Madmen
- ISBN 13:
- 9780007511006
- author:
- Sidwells, Chris
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- HarperSport
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 3.2 cm
- Genre:
- Sports, Hobbies & Games, Cycling, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Tour de France is a sporting event like no other, with its history and present-day racing intricately entwined with the country of France. This unique event transcends sport, coming to the people and passing through their communities. A Race for Madmen explores the development of the Tour de France, examining tactics, bike technology, and rider preparation, as well as profiling key players and their motivations. The book delves into the extraordinary history of the Tour de France, tracing its evolution from a simple sporting contest to a global phenomenon that has captured the imagination of a country, a continent, and the world. It also examines the Tour's traditions and lore, including subsidiary competitions such as the King of the Mountains prize. Through its profiles and analysis, A Race for Madmen sheds light on the Tour de France's enduring appeal and its unique place in French culture, despite the fact that a Frenchman has not won the Tour for over 20 years.
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