Kelly Holmes: Black, White & Gold - My Autobiography by Kelly Holmes | 9780753513170

Kelly Holmes: Black, White & Gold - My Autobiography

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Kelly Holmes

Black, White & Gold - My Autobiography

Kelly Holmes

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Virgin Books
15 July 2008

Autobiography: sport; Track & field sports, athletics

HONEST & INSPIRATIONAL - FROM CHILDHOOD TO DOUBLE OLYMPIC GOLD

Kelly Holmes made history when she brought home double gold in the 2004 Olympics, becoming a national hero. She won Sports Personality of the Year, was given a Damehood, fully backed London's successful 2012 Olympic bid and became a superstar on the red carpet as well as a much acclaimed and consulted professional in the sporting world.

Now in her staggeringly honest updated autobiography she reveals the times she fought back tears to battle against injury and win gold, plus the emotional decision she made to retire from athletics.

Including details of her unsettled childhood, trials in the army and a struggle with self harm, Kelly's amazing determination carries through to make this inspirational and powerful autobiography a tale of triumph over adversity and a model for readers of all ages and backgrounds.

By: Kelly Holmes
Imprint: Virgin Books
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 126mm, Spine: 21mm
Weight: 239g
ISBN: 9780753513170
ISBN 10: 075351317X
Pages: 352
Publication Date: 15 July 2008
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Dame Kelly Holmes is a retired English middle distance athlete. She won gold medals in the 800 metres and the 1500 metres at the 2004 Summer Olympics. Today she is National School Sport Champion and the face of Sainsbury's Keep Kids Active campaign and is committed to leading Britain towards a healthier lifestyle.

Reviews for Kelly Holmes: Black, White & Gold - My Autobiography

This book cracks along at a bracing pace... Holmes is a real-life Cinderella. Mail on Sunday In this fine book, as bright as the lady herself, her motivation, her work ethic, her pride, hopes, dreams and disasters are laid bare. This year's must-have story of a national heroine. Sunday Sport Readers will enjoy the access into her childhood and her years in the Army The Times