The Cycling Anthology

Book Overview

Professional cycling is a rich dynamic and often controversial sport that lends itself to great writing. Some of the most famous and illustrious races were founded by newspapermen and The Cycling Anthology continues this tradition by bringing together the best in the business.

Volume Three features original and exclusive pieces by leading cycling writers. Ned Boulting goes behind the scenes at the 2013 Tour de France to get to know the second British winner in two years Chris Froome; Richard Moore tells the story of Marianne Martin winner of the first women's Tour de France; Lionel Birnie recounts the story of the Tour of Britian through the prism of the 2013 edition; Jeremy Whittle assess how the aftermath of Lance Armstrong's sensational confession affected Team Sky; and many more.

Between them they've covered hundreds of Tours de France and written dozens of excellent books and some have even ridden the Tour. Here their work is showcased together.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0224092456
• ISBN13: 9780224092456
• Release Date: September 2015
• Publisher: Yellow Jersey
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.