Joey Dunlop: The Official Biography [Hardcover]

Mac McDiarmid (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 28, 2001

When Joey Dunlop, undisputed master of the Isle of Man TT, was killed in July 2000 he was awarded what amounted to an Irish state funeral, uniting a troubled country in grief. The service, attended by cabinet ministers and no less than 50,000 well-wishers, was broadcast live on national television - for the mourning motorcycle road race fans the modest Ulsterman was akin to royalty. This official commemorative biography - written in association with the Dunlop family and Honda UK - will be launched at the 2001 TT week in the Isle of Man, where Dunlop won a record 26 times.

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'...a moving read, not just a race account' The Daily Telegraph 'there's no better qualified author for this work' Biking Times 'a wealth of wonderful photographs...tells the full story of the greatest road racer and a very special man' Top Gear --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Book Description

For motorcycle fans, Joey Dunlop is still akin to royalty. At the 50th anniversary of Honda’s arrival at the TT, images of the modest Ulsterman still held pride of place throughout the Isle of Man. In this inspirational book, written in association with the Dunlop family and Honda UK and reissued to mark the tenth anniversary of Joey’s death, Mac McDiarmid charts the life of the passionate road racer who competed for the love of the sport, whether at high-profile races or to promote humbler events such as the Estonian one that claimed his life in July 2000.

--This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 208 pages
• Publisher: Haynes Publications (September 28, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1859608221
• ISBN-13: 978-1859608227
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 10 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,542,783 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Joey Dunlop, His Authorized Biography, February 25, 2006

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E. A. Shanosk "gonow" (Clinton, NJ United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Joey Dunlop: His Authorised Biography (Paperback)

I've been a subscriber to Cycle News in the US for many years. My original subscription was for Cycle News East, for those who know, this was quite a few years ago. Before cable TV my only information conserning moto racing on the "Continent" was through these pages. My only connection to racing on "The Island" was through a man by the name of Eddie Labelle, a well respected racer himself in his community, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania USA who spoke quite respectfully of these races. I knew absolutely nothing about Joey Dunlop. I remember receiving my copys of Cycle News through the time that Joey Dunlop was providing so many people in the world with his special talent. There would be small bits of information that claimed "Joey" wins another one! I still knew nothing about Joey Dunlop. I remember reading about Mike The Bike in retrospect articles, and in Motocourse. I followed the FIM Moto Circus through articles I've read from 79 until now and could tell you about most racers of the time, but I still knew nothing about Joey Dunlop.
I still do not know Joey, but I think I know Himself much better than I did before purchasing this book. Do yourself a favor and get to Know Joey by purchasing this book. You will not only help yourself by knowing...... well, Joey, but you will also be helping his family as all of the proceeds from the sale of this book goes directly to his family. This is a resrectful man that we all need to know.

5.0 out of 5 stars Real road racing fan here., December 6, 2010

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M. Maness - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Joey Dunlop: His Authorised Biography (Hardcover)

If your into Real Road racing (Irish) the TT (Isle of Man) Then you must be a Joy Dunlop fan.
If so then you don't want to miss this book. Written by Mac Mcdiarmid author of "The magic of the TT"
Another great book. This is a large picture book Packed full of beautiful color photos, But the story is there too.
& what a story, Joy Dunlop from very humble beginnings to undisputed king of Irish road racing,
& the winningest rider to ever race the legendary Isle of man TT. With 26 wins.

4.0 out of 5 stars Factual and nicely produced, September 20, 2002

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Doctor Evans "cheezemaster" (CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Joey Dunlop: The Official Biography (Hardcover)

This is a factual review of Joey Dunlop's career. It is a very nicely produced hard back with great photos. It is probably a must for any Joey Dunlop fan. However, it is not anywhere near as absorbing or personal as "Joey Dunlop, A Tribute" by author and TT winner Ray Knight. Now that is a fabulous book!!!!
You cannot get it on Amazon yet 9/2002, but you can get it at [URL]

Keep the shiny side up!