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A Biker's Life: Misadventures on (and off) Two Wheels by Henry Cole (Paperback, 2019)
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I can't think of anywhere I'd less like to be than in a car. When you're driving a car, you're not taking part, you're a spectator. You're in a can; if it's cold you turn up the heating, if you're hungry you have a wine gum.
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I can't think of anywhere I'd less like to be than in a car. When you're driving a car, you're not taking part, you're a spectator. You're in a can; if it's cold you turn up the heating, if you're hungry you have a wine gum. You might be looking at what's going on, but you're definitely not a part of it. A BIKER'S LIFE is the dramatic, humorous and candid memoir of one of the most recognisable names in motorcycling. Henry Cole's passion for motorbikes began when, at the age of eight, he was first introduced to a 'man cave'. His great-uncle Redbeard's corrugated iron shed was 'stuffed to the gills with old motorbikes' which Henry helped rebuild and ride. Since then, Henry's life can be charted through the bikes and journeys he has been on - from a stifling public-school education, via many years battling addiction, to the big-sky iconic routes Henry has ridden for over twenty series as presenter of numerous TV shows. This book reminds millions of motorcyclists why their bike gives them the freedom to be exactly who they want to be: to say 'Fuck you, fuck the world, I'm doing my thing.' When you ride a motorbike you become part of a worldwide community of kindred spirits - those of us who will not be pacified by driving a car, but instead live for adventure, escape and the sheer thrill of the throttle.Product Identifiers
PublisherQuercus Publishing
ISBN-139781787471054
eBay Product ID (ePID)2317704412
Product Key Features
Book TitleA Biker's Life: Misadventures on (And Off) Two Wheels
AuthorHenry Cole
FormatPaperback
LanguageEnglish
TopicMemorials, Motorcycles
Publication Year2019
GenreBiographies & True Stories
Number of Pages320 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height198mm
Item Width129mm
Item Weight276g
Additional Product Features
Title_AuthorHenry Cole
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
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- 07 Dec, 2019
Other side of Henry, amazing reading!!
English not my native but it was easy to read. A good story of life from heroin addiction to motorcycles. Different sides of life and people. Results and consequences. The purpose of family. It is really adventures on the road, in all meanings. An ode to British automotive industry in some way. And philosophy of sheds of course! And all that woth a bit of humour. Cosy reading, in cold winter nights till your motorcycle waiting in the garage for new season and new trips. And even if you're not into motorcycles you'll love it anyway!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 28 Aug, 2022
Title of book says exactly what it is: the story of a biker's life!
Book is in Excellent condition and Henry Cole is one amazing and very unique human being! He tells his story in this book warts and all!!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 18 Feb, 2021
An excellent bedtime read!
Henry Cole’s personality bursts through this memoir on every page. There’s not a huge amount of depth; it’s a basic no frills blast through his life’s ups and downs but entertaining nonetheless. Punctuated with a description of his bike collection ( including technical inaccuracies! Good old Henry) this is an entertaining and engaging read with the occasional philosophical reflection. Recommended!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 22 Apr, 2020
Great easy read
Always wanted to know some more about the presented of some of my favourite shows on TV. Henry Coles life so far warts and all are conveyed very well in this book. An easy and quite inspiring read - and some lessons to be learned for us all during our short lives. Highly recommendedVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 30 Aug, 2020
A Bikers life.
As a big fan of Henry cole. I decided to buy his book. An excellent read. An insightful look at his life. Worth a read.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 10 Mar, 2021
very entertaining reading
typical bikers life,brings back good,biking memories,of my youth.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 24 Feb, 2021
Completely page turning.
Brilliant, easy to read book, loved every page. Bit 'languagey' for some perhaps!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 17 Jul, 2021
Fab book
Bought as birthday present for brother in law who was very happy with it. Seems to be enjoying it so what more can you ask for.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 09 Feb, 2021
Gary the Geordie
Compulsive reading couldn’t put it down finished in a day and a half. Great short chapters keep your interestVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 19 Nov, 2023
Great read...
Great book by Henry.....the only guy at the moment that's getting bike shows on the telly. Love him or hate him, this is a good read.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
