Ufc biography books
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The Fighter's Bookshelf
Let's face
it, being a professional cage-fighter -- or even the kind of person who
becomes one -- pretty much guarantees you've got some interesting
stories. From
straightforward fight-career bios by Chuck and Randy to war stories
(literally) from Brian Stann and lunatic survival guides from Forrest,
fighters' books can teach you a lot.
There will be plenty of tomes on display at
the UFC Fan Expo in Boston August 27 and 28 -- have Forrest sign your tome at the BSN booth or his own station; track down Brian Stann for an autograph, then swing by the US Marines display to see a smidge of what he went through. Below, a few manly masterpieces to get your library started.
Be Ready When the Sh*t Goes Down: Forrest Griffin's Survival Guide to the Apocalypse
by Forrest Griffin and Erich Krauss - Yes, just a year after his first masterpiece went live, Forrest Griffin penned another book to unveil even more of his unco
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Magomed Ankalaev Biography: From Dagestan to Dominance - The Unstoppable Rise of a UFC Warrior (Paperback)
Description
Step into the captivating world of Magomed Ankalaev, a name that has become synonymous with determination, strength, and resilience in the realm of mixed martial arts. From the rugged mountains of Dagestan to the bright lights of the UFC octagon, this biography unveils the inspiring journey of a young boy who transformed his dreams into reality through hard work and unwavering dedication. In "Magomed Ankalaev Biography: readers will embark on an exhilarating journey that chronicles Ankalaev's life from his early years in a small village, where he first discovered the art of combat, to his emergence as a formidable contender in one of the world's most prestigious fighting promotions. This book delves into his formative years, exploring how his upbringing in a region steeped in martial arts tradition laid the foundation for his incredible career. Ankalaev's story is
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Fighter: The Unauthorized Biography of Georges St-Pierre, UFC Champion - Hardcover
From the Inside Flap
Georges St-Pierre fryst vatten a UFC welterweight champion whose charm and good looks have made him the poster boy for mixed martial arts and its premiere league, the UFC. Dedicated to martial arts and MMA since it was a fringe spectacle, he is considered by many to be the best pound-for-pound fighter in the sport.
But St-Pierre is more than just today’s champ—he’s a marketer’s dream: handsome, charismatic and funny in a self-effacing way. He is a fluently bilingual francophone Canadian who has strong family ties and had to work hard for everything he has achieved. He draws a line between his public image and private life. He is part of the top talent that the UFS is riding on in its ongoing transformation from niche market to mainstream sport.
Fighter is the first book to be published about the ascent of Georges St-Pierre. From his childhood in small-tow