Kelly Holmes: Black, White & Gold - My Autobiography: Black White and Gold. My Autobiography

Kelly Holmes: Black, White & Gold - My Autobiography: Black White and Gold. My Autobiography

by Kelly Holmes (Author)

Synopsis

Kelly Holmes made history when she brought home double gold in the 2004 Olympics, becoming a national hero. She won Sports Personality of the Year, was given a Damehood, fully backed London's successful 2012 Olympic bid and became a superstar on the red carpet as well as a much acclaimed and consulted professional in the sporting world. Now, in her staggeringly honest updated autobiography, she reveals the times she fought back tears to battle against injury and win gold, plus the emotional decision she made to retire from athletics. Including details of her unsettled childhood, trials in the army and a struggle with self harm, Kelly's amazing determination carries through to make this inspirational and powerful autobiography a tale of triumph over adversity and a model for readers of all ages and backgrounds.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 320
Edition: New edition
Publisher: Virgin Books
Published: 08 Jun 2006

ISBN 10: 0753511908
ISBN 13: 9780753511909
Book Overview: An honest account of Holmes's roller coaster life- from growing up as the only mixed child in a white community to winning two gold medals at the Olympics in 2004.

Media Reviews
'An honest account of Kelly's emotional and physical rollercoaster to glory' Mail on Sunday 'Readers will enjoy the access into her childhood and her years in the Army' The Times
Author Bio
Fanny Blake has co-written fifteen books, including Rootless with Bruce Oldfield and A Place in the Sun. She lives in London.