Blessed he certainly was. George Best is arguably the most talented
footballer the British Isles have ever produced. Superb with either
foot, his magnificent balance allowed him to ride the most
ferocious tackle and with his ability to imagine the unexpected he
was the first sportsman to reach pop-star status. With his good
looks and long black hair he was christened 'the fifth Beatle' and
he enjoyed an off-the-field lifestyle to match. However, this was
before the problems of superstar sportsmen were appreciated by
coaches and managers. Best had lots of money and lots of spare
time. He was surrounded by adoring fans who admired his every move.
Eventually the fame and success became too much for him to control.
And this brings us to the real heart of this illuminating
autobiography. It's not so much a football story as that of a young
man who had it all too soon, without anyone to guide him. His
career at the top was shortened by an addiction to alcohol which
led him through failed relationships, bankruptcy and prison. Here
Best details the problems he faced with Manchester United, how the
booze took over and how he now has to face up to the fact that one
more drink could kill him. He describes his close relationships
with several women who have devoted themselves to him, while
admitting his inability to give himself fully to any of them.
George Best was certainly blessed - but sadly he never seems to
have realized the fact in time. (Kirkus UK)
George Best needs little introduction. A legend in his own
lifetime, he is undoubtedly the greatest footballer the UK has ever
produced. At his peak he brought glamour and grace to the game,
second only in the world to Pele. But with success and fame came
excess and foolhardiness, and Best's fabled story is littered with
tales of his involvement with women and sex and, of course, the
drink. Now he is ready to open his heart and engage his readers in
the story of his life. This is the frank and honest account of a
man who has hit rock bottom on many occasions and who is now
prepared to look back and assess his rollercoaster life. In his own
words, he recounts the halcyon days at Manchester United, the big
games, and European Cup win of 1968. His views on the state of the
game then and now, and the key players and managers at Manchester
United, are included. And he also tells of the heatbreak at his
mother's death, of battles with his ex-wife Angie, and the string
of affairs and scandals that have followed him from the bars to the
bankruptcy courts, and even to prison. George has kept extensive
diaries whilst in rehab, which are shown here.
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