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Thierry Henry: Lonely at the Top: A Biography Hardcover – Unabridged, 8 Nov. 2012

by Philippe Auclair (Author)
4.3 out of 5 stars 520 ratings
Thierry Henry -- gifted, charismatic and a genuinely world class footballer -- has always been a prolific goalscorer of natural, apparently effortless brilliance. Impossibly good on his day, he has passed into Arsenal legend as the hero of a team that finally ended Manchester United's domination, winning two league titles and three FA cups. He was also instrumental in France's World Cup and European Cup glories in 1998 and 2000 (becoming France's record goalscorer), and continued his incredibly successful career at Barcelona by winning the treble in his second season. But as he approached the autumn of his career, Thierry's crown began to slip -- from the infamous 'Hand of Gaul' incident to a dismal World Cup 2010 campaign. Suddenly, for the first time, a player who Arsene Wenger once dubbed 'the greatest striker ever' was not universally loved and admired. A man who had spent his career at the very top of the game, raised above his peers on a torrent of extraordinary statistics and trophies, began to learn how lonely such a position could be. So who is the real Thierry Henry? Drawing from numerous interviews and impeccable sources, as well as his own observations over the course of Henry's entire career, award-winning author Philippe Auclair has produced the most complete portrait of the Arsenal hero ever to be written. Clear-eyed, lyrical and passionately argued, Thierry Henry: Lonely at the Top is a biographical essay, in the fullest sense of the word -- and as raw, shocking and thought-provoking as it is celebratory of Henry's outstanding flair and talent.
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  1. Print length
    352 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Macmillan
  4. Publication date
    8 Nov. 2012
  5. Reading age
    18 years and up
  6. Dimensions
    16.3 x 3 x 24.1 cm
  7. ISBN-10
    0230748392
  8. ISBN-13
    978-0230748392
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About the Author

Philippe Auclair has been a correspondent with France Football for over a decade, and is a prolific freelance journalist on both sides of the Channel. He is the author of the award-winning Cantona: The Rebel Who Would Be King and a bestselling author in his native France. He lives in London.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Macmillan; Unabridged edition (8 Nov. 2012)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 352 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0230748392
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0230748392
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 18 years and up
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 16.3 x 3 x 24.1 cm
  • Customer reviews:
    4.3 out of 5 stars 520 ratings

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Customers find the book an enjoyable read with insightful details into the life of a football legend. They describe it as a great account of his professional life. Readers praise the author's work and consider it a good value for money.

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48 customers mention ‘Readability’41 positive7 negative

Customers find the book easy to read and enjoyable. They say it's a must-read for Arsenal fans and French footballers. The writing is well-crafted and the story is interesting.

"...against Chelsea in the Invincibles Season, but other than a really excellent book that goes through both the good and bad of Henry and lets the..." Read more

"...This book is written extremely well, is engrossing and I was surprised at how many names I recognised spanning Henry's time in football from..." Read more

"...chapters of Henry's life and development as a footballer and is an easy read" Read more

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17 customers mention ‘Insight’17 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's insight into Thierry Henry's career. They find it an interesting and insightful account of a great player's life. Many readers describe it as the best sporting biography they have read.

"...The oft omitted Real Madrid saga is a really interesting chapter, and Auclair does a great job in telling the story and keeping the reader engaged..." Read more

"...This book is written extremely well, is engrossing and I was surprised at how many names I recognised spanning Henry's time in football from..." Read more

"...That said it does cover important chapters of Henry's life and development as a footballer and is an easy read" Read more

"What a cracking autobiography from a true inspiration, as a passionate Arsenal fan I really enjoyed this read and it provided great insight into one..." Read more

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Customers enjoy the book. They appreciate the author's insight into the great footballer.

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"...background of my favorite player ever and certainly the best player in Arsenal's history as well!..." Read more

"...Well done Phillip Auclair, who I also advise you follow on Twitter. #brilliantjob" Read more

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"...am a Arsenal fan, the book arrived in good time and I got it at a very good price plus the book is a marvellous read for true football fans around..." Read more

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  • Sandeep
    5.0 out of 5 stars Magnificent
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 December 2013
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    A really magnificent piece of work from Philippe Auclair. He chronicles Henry's life right from the beginning, without dragging on the early life parts (like so many biographies do). The oft omitted Real Madrid saga is a really interesting chapter, and Auclair does a great job in telling the story and keeping the reader engaged throughout. One slightly odd bit is the obsession with talking about the Champions League Semi-Final against Chelsea in the Invincibles Season, but other than a really excellent book that goes through both the good and bad of Henry and lets the reader make the decision about the man.
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  • Miss T
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good book choice
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 12 March 2013
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    Got this for my sons birthday. Thierry Henry is one of his favourite players. Being an Arsenal fan. This just seemed to be the ideal present. I read reviews before buying it.
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  • Kir
    5.0 out of 5 stars An objective well written biography
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 19 March 2013
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    Being an Arsenal, and Henry fan, you could say I am biased, and I am. But, I would also say that previous to reading this I wouldn't have wanted to read a book written someone like myself. I want an open, honest account of someone who has made it to the top of their profession, warts and all.

    This book is written extremely well, is engrossing and I was surprised at how many names I recognised spanning Henry's time in football from childhood to his twilight years.

    Hard to put down. I recommended this highly, even towards people who aren't necessarily Henry fans..
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  • andrew monu
    3.0 out of 5 stars Just ok
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 2 January 2013
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    Really wanted to enjoy this but so much of the book is coloured by the writer's mistrust of Henry that I felt kinda robbed. That said it does cover important chapters of Henry's life and development as a footballer and is an easy read
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great product I could not find in a store
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 22 October 2023
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    Great product I could not find in a store
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  • Henry Macpherson
    5.0 out of 5 stars What a cracking autobiography!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 1 May 2019
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    What a cracking autobiography from a true inspiration, as a passionate Arsenal fan I really enjoyed this read and it provided great insight into one of football's legends and a true Arsenal hero. At a similar price point to other autobiographies out there you can't fault it, it is well written and an enjoyable read.

    If you found this review helpful I would greatly appreciate it if you could hit the thumbs up!
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  • Ibrahim Rizwan
    4.0 out of 5 stars Nice!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 6 May 2013
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    I wanted to learn more about the history and background of my favorite player ever and certainly the best player in Arsenal's history as well! I came across this book on Amazon and bought it instantly. The author is annoying in certain instances because he fails to praise Henry and tries to bring him down, but you certainly feel an excitement when the author alludes to his great moments, such as his majestic and triumphant return to Arsenal against Leeds.
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  • Sonny Rowe
    5.0 out of 5 stars Astounding
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 29 December 2012
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    A wonderful insight into a hero so many of us, especially gunners fans, adore. Learning a lot about Titi that was never uncovered before. Couldn't put it down. A must read for Arsenal fans, a must read for French football followers; in truth, a strong reccomendation to any football fan. Well done Phillip Auclair, who I also advise you follow on Twitter. #brilliantjob
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  • Fabio G.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Impossibile non averlo
    Reviewed in Italy on 17 October 2017
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    L'unica biografia che ti permette di comprendere appieno questo immenso campione, è scritto in maniera ineccepibile e se si "mastica" un po' la lingua inglese si riesce a leggere con scorrevolezza
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  • Valls Christiane
    5.0 out of 5 stars Bon livre
    Reviewed in France on 21 May 2017
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    C'est le livre que j'espérais pour faire un cadeau attendu par un ami. Écrire en anglais il correspond à ce que je cherchais
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  • Tony Djukic
    5.0 out of 5 stars Engaging and enlightening.
    Reviewed in Canada on 3 March 2020
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    It's an informative and engaging book, but my biggest take away, after reading, was that the person I really, REALLY would love to be friends with is the author himself, Philip Auclair. If you're a fan of the Gunners, the French National Team, Titi himself, or, I guess even NY Red Bulls or Barcelona, then definitely give this book a read. Genuinely hope Mr. Auclair adds to this after Thierry has spent a few years managing the Montreal Impact.
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  • Shuhaid Lambe
    5.0 out of 5 stars Insightful reading on a complex and much loved player
    Reviewed in India on 3 November 2013
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    Great read, especially for Arsenal fans. Loved the fact that the book is not just singing Thierry's song page after page but has revealed complexities of the Arsenal legends character. Chapters covering his role in France's golden generation and insight into his relationship Zidane were a riveting read as well. Making this book a great read page after page.
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  • wunderkind13
    5.0 out of 5 stars Super Biographie - Tiefgreifend und detailverliebt
    Reviewed in Germany on 5 May 2015
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    Ein super Buch, sehr facettenreich und fesselnd geschrieben mit einen beeindruckenden Wechsel von Nähe und Distanz vom Autor zu Thierry. Wer sich für den Spieler und seine Entwicklung im Kontext zu seinem Hintergrund und Umfeld interessiert kommt voll auf seine Kosten.

    Das Englisch ist auch für jemanden der nicht fließend spricht noch gut zu lesen/verstehen.

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