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Federer and Me William Skidelsky

Federer and Me By William Skidelsky

Federer and Me by William Skidelsky


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Summary

For much of the past decade, the author has not been able to stop thinking about Roger Federer, the greatest and most graceful tennis player of all time. In this book, he explores the evolution of modern tennis, the role of beauty in sport and the psychology of fandom, weaving his own past into the story.

Federer and Me Summary

Federer and Me: A Story of Obsession by William Skidelsky

For much of the past decade, William Skidelsky has not been able to stop thinking about Roger Federer, the greatest and most graceful tennis player of all time. It's a devotion that has been all-consuming. In Federer and Me, Skidelsky asks what it is about the Swiss star that transfixes him, and countless others. He dissects the wonders of his forehand, reflects on his rivalry with Nadal, revels in his victories and relives his most crushing defeats. But this is more than just a book about Federer. In charting his obsession, Skidelsky explores the evolution of modern tennis, the role of beauty in sport and the psychology of fandom, weaving his own past into the story. Thought-provoking and beautifully written, Federer and Me is a frank, funny and touching account of one fan's life.

Federer and Me Reviews

"Hilarious... Thought-provoking" -- Matt Williams BBC Radio 2 Simon Mayo Drivetime "Thought-provoking, instructive and highly readable. Positively gripping" -- Simon O'Hagan Independent "Skidelsky is excellent at deconstructing the appeal of Federer ... This is the kind of book that sports fans will read over the summer, sitting in their gardens or in the stands of the All England Club, with a bowl of strawberries near at hand. It is gentle and wise, discursive but pointed" -- Matthew Syed The Times "Brave... Engaging... Ultimately poignant" -- Edmund Gordon Spectator "With clarity he illuminates the champion's striking position as both a preserver and innovator of the sport" -- Laurence Scott Financial Times "A splendid deconstruction of Federer's technique" -- Ed Smith Sunday Times "Compelling. Its excellent chapters on the technical changes in the game, the rivalry with Nadal and the relationship between sport and beauty are well worth the admission money" -- Simon Barnes Newsweek "Skidelsky also knows that Federer's tennis is more than just Federer's tennis; but for him it is not a metaphor, rather something which has been absorbed into the texture and meaning of his own life" -- Julian Barnes Guardian "Examines the evolution of modern tennis, the role of beauty in sport and the psychology of fandom" National "It's a dry comic look at devotion to sport" Forever Sports

About William Skidelsky

William Skidelsky has been literary editor of the Observer and the New Statesman as well as deputy editor of Prospect magazine. He has written about tennis for the Observer, Prospect and The Economist. He played tennis to county level as a junior and now plays at a club in south-east London, where he is first team captain. He lives in London with his wife and two children.

Additional information

GOR006642337
9780224092357
0224092359
Federer and Me: A Story of Obsession by William Skidelsky
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Vintage Publishing
2015-06-04
288
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Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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