Evel Incarnate: The Life and Legend of Evel Knievel (Paperback)

~ Steve Mandich (Author)

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Product Description

Evel Knievel became famous in the 1960s and 70s for his motorcycle jumps, culminating in the Snake River Canyon jump in 1973, on a "sky-cycle." This biography traces his life from his childhood in Montana to his decline into alcoholism at age 60.

Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Macmillan UK (September 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0283063629
• ISBN-13: 978-0283063626
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,306,708 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Balance, skill and control - Mandich has what Evel lacked, October 4, 2001

By A Customer

Let's just say that the BBC documentary `Touch of Evel' would have
benefitted greatly if this book had been available at the time of
production! Mandich's masterly yet affectionate execution fills in all the
gaps - it is the quiet authoritative voice behind the hollering and bluster
of the legend. It shows meticulous research without descending into geekdom,
and hits the spot more accurately than Evel did in a thousand jumps.
Splendid.

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Deft handling of the career of Evel., October 3, 2001

By	Isabelle (Western Australia) - See all my reviews

The beauty of Mandich's incredibly well-researched book lies in it's deft handling of the myth and reality of the life of Evel Knievel. It's what makes it a compelling read for anyone, whether they be a die-hard Evel fan, rev-head or anyone with even a passing interest in one of the 20th centuries more interesting celebrity sporstman. The engaging writing style makes this not just a great biography but also a fascinating story.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Evel Knievel - the BEST book on Knievel bar none!, November 7, 2001

By A Customer

Simply stunning work by the obviously Knievel obsessed Steve Mandich. Really well researched and put together - this makes interesting reading for all those with an interest in the 'real' story of Buttes bad boy, but it will appeal to anyone who enjoys a good book. Buy it today and I'm sure you'll love it. Just don't go jumping any canyons.