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He has changed the way Britain eats, has cooked for prime ministers, has thrown Hollywood actresses out of his restaurants, is one of only three chefs in England whose restaurant is rated at three Michelin stars, and is on record for swearing more times in a single hour of prime-time television than anyone in the history of British broadcasting. Better known in the United States as the host of FOX's Hell's Kitchen, this former professional soccer player is one of the most driven, successful, and angry chefs around, and this first major biography details his story. Nothing is off-limits when Ramsay talks. He discusses the violent, alcoholic, absent father who died just days after the pair had been reconciled as adults; the best friend and protégé whose bizarre suicide came hours after the two had shared a final meal; the decade-long battle to save his younger brother from heroin addiction and crime; and the real reason why Ramsay wasn't at the birth of any of his four children—and has never changed a diaper in his life. Sometimes hilarious and frequently heartbreaking, Gordon Ramsay's inspiring tale runs from the low-income housing of Glasgow to the picture-postcard countryside of Stratford-upon-Avon to some of the finest and most expensive restaurants in the world.


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  • Paperback: 288 pages
  • Publisher: John Blake (September 28, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1844543811
  • ISBN-13: 978-1844543816
  • Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.1 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 7.8 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #50,479 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating character, but tabloid writing a let down., April 10, 2008
By asleep24 (IL, USA) - See all my reviews
I would consider myself a fan of Gordon Ramsey, I think his theories on management and what it takes to be a success could be a lesson to all. Also he has led what seems like a fascinating life, rising up from a rough part of Glasgow, dealing with the issues of a broken family and a promising football career ruined by injury. Sadly this book is written in little better than tabloid tidbits for those with a very short attention span. His childhood and motivations that led him to being a world class chef are glossed over and given about 30 pages. His troubled relationship with his father and its impact is mentioned several times in the book but never really elaborated on sufficiently. His early years as a chef are dealt with in about 15 pages and his years in Paris are given even less coverage despite Gordon's belief that they were absolutely central to him becoming the chef he is today. The author seems more interested in making constant references to Gordon's notorious foul mouth and his relationship with the tabloid press. What a shame there are so many more interesting facets to his life that could have been explored here.
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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Biography of Gordon Ramsay, August 12, 2006
I couldn't put the book down! Reading about the real Gordon Ramsay, I was very much impressed. Mr. Ramsay is a very intelligent and wonderful person, and I have very much respect for him
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great, January 21, 2007
This is one of the best biographies I have ever read. It tells of his past amd present and touches every aspect of his life. It tells of his struggles and his accomplishments. I could not put it down, I was literally reading it during class. This is a must read book if you can handle bad language and if you like cooking. This book should win an award.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Can't judge a chef by his cover
Before I got hooked on Hell's Kitchen, I naturally thought that this guy was a Simon Cowell ripoff just trying to make a buck. Read more
Published 12 months ago by L. J. Ruh

3.0 out of 5 stars The Real Man behind the Monster
Chef Ramsay revealed! The screaming monster, the upwardly mobile mover, the Chef of Hell's Kitchen and the demon of Kitchen Nightmares bares all in this biography. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Susan I. Laddish

1.0 out of 5 stars Doesn't Cut the Mustard
If this biography was a dish on one of the episodes of Hell's Kitchen, Chef Ramsay would have told author Neil Simpson to "take off your jacket and leave Hell's Kitchen". Read more
Published 15 months ago by Donna Leigh Bliss

2.0 out of 5 stars Tabloid Writing - No Depth
I agree with previous reviewers. This is short attention span writing. It jumps from one topic to another topic without going into depth. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Book Maven

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for Ramsey fans
This was a great book. It really gives you insight to his behavior. (which is not bad) It was a page turner, and I finished it in a weekend. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Jennifer F. Lee

5.0 out of 5 stars Gordan Ramsay
Truly an excellent book. This book opens your eyes to the hard work it takes to become a great Chef.
I recommend other Gordan Ramsay books.
Published 19 months ago by Leslie A. Smith

5.0 out of 5 stars Gordon Ramsay: The Biography
i got the book really quick and it was in very nice shape i would buy from this person again. thank you. jan
Published 19 months ago by Jan Barcelo

5.0 out of 5 stars Knowing Gordon
I bought this book for my son John, who is a Chef, and he is currently reading it. He finds the book very insightful into the character and personality of Gordon Ramsay and what... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Sharon Davidson

2.0 out of 5 stars Everything you've always wanted to know about Gordon Ramsay
You won't find in this book. Although this book is very informative, it sums up every thing he has archieved through very hard work and the respect he earnes, it doesn't feel... Read more
Published 23 months ago by E. De Bruin

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This was good read -- you were given an insite on the language and treatment of people that are not American - the Britts tell it like it is and expect you to make the... Read more
Published on November 4, 2007 by Nancy Wuneburger Mmmsactivity Fund

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