There are strong themes of family, and Armstrong and his mother’s love for each other is unbreakable and touching. He also bravely addresses other personal issues, like IVF, and peeks into the world of cycling – a sport that is often hidden from the public eye. Written in a straightforward, conversational tone, Armstrong brings cancer into the public view, and highlights the positive idea that cancer is not a part of death – it is a part of life. It’s not about the bike not only appeals to cycling fans, cancer sufferers and survivors, but it also attracts the general public for a very honest human-interest story about overcoming adversity. This is the story of a man transformed from a strong, cocky, young cyclist to an American hero, full of determination and human spirit – a role model across generations. On October 2, 1996, the 24-year-old number one cycling champion was diagnosed with cancer his chances of survival were as low as 20 per cent. Lance Armstrong’s story is one that you will never forget: an inspiration. Lance Armstrong – ‘It’s Not About the Bike’ was number one on the New York Times Best Seller list in 2001, and won the William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award in 2000.
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