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For 14 years between 1965 and 1978, Edouard Louis Joseph Merckx simply devoured his rivals, their hopes and their careers. His legacy resides as much in the careers he ruined as the 445 victories; including five Tour de France wins and all the monument races; he amassed in his own right.

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The most accomplished rider that cycling has ever known * Velo *
For readers who are after good storytelling it can t be beaten. * Cycling Weekly *
The awesome story of an extraordinary athlete. -- Mark Cavendish
A beautifully written, vivid portrait not just of Merckx, but also his era and his 'victims' * Scotsman *
Well written and well researched * Cycling World *

Eddy Merckx

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      Publisher: Ebury Publishing
      Publication Date: 19/07/2012
      ISBN13: 9780091943165, 978-0091943165
      ISBN10: 0091943167
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      Biography Biography: sport

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      For 14 years between 1965 and 1978, Edouard Louis Joseph Merckx simply devoured his rivals, their hopes and their careers. His legacy resides as much in the careers he ruined as the 445 victories; including five Tour de France wins and all the monument races; he amassed in his own right.

      Trade Review
      The most accomplished rider that cycling has ever known * Velo *
      For readers who are after good storytelling it can t be beaten. * Cycling Weekly *
      The awesome story of an extraordinary athlete. -- Mark Cavendish
      A beautifully written, vivid portrait not just of Merckx, but also his era and his 'victims' * Scotsman *
      Well written and well researched * Cycling World *

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