Our review of : In the Shadow of the Mountain

Undisputed Truth is a memoir by Mike Tyson, the former undisputed heavyweight champion of the world. The book tells Tyson’s life story in his own words, from his tough childhood to his tumultuous years as one of the most famous and controversial athletes in history. Along the way, Tyson candidly discusses his battles with addiction, [...]

In Open, Andre Agassi tells the unflinchingly honest story of his life on and off the tennis court. He opens up about his difficult childhood, his complex relationship with his father, and how he overcame personal obstacles to achieve extraordinary success in professional tennis.Agassi also talks about the great people who have influenced him – [...]

In Unbreakable, Jay Glazer tells the story of how he turned his personal struggles with depression and anxiety into motivation to achieve success. He provides readers with a roadmap for doing the same, offering advice on everything from recognizing when you need help to developing resilience in the face of setbacks. I felt like this [...]

HWPO is a book that provides readers with the motivation and tools they need to achieve success in their lives. Author Mat Fraser draws on his own experiences as an athlete and successful businessman to provide insights into what it takes to be successful. He offers readers step-by-step instructions for setting goals, developing the right [...]

Meat Eater is the story of Steven Rinella, an avid outdoorsman and hunter who draws on his years of experience in the field to provide a rare glimpse into today’s hunting lifestyle. From horseback excursions for elk in Montana to sea duck hunts in Texas, from spearfishing expeditions for wild boar in Florida to weekend [...]

Into Thin Air is a firsthand account of an ill-fated Everest expedition written by Jon Krakauer. When disaster strikes, Krakauer is one of the few who has the strength to recount what happened. In riveting detail, he describes the team’s harrowing descent from 29,028 feet and their tragic entrapment in blizzard conditions high on the [...]

This book is a firsthand account of Sidney Crosby’s rookie year in the NHL. It tells the story of how he became one of the most successful hockey players in history, despite facing numerous challenges along the way. For who is this book for ? This book is for Sidney Crosby fans who want to [...]

Undaunted Courage is the riveting story of two British explorers, Lewis and Clark, who led an expedition from St. Louis to the Pacific Coast and back between 1804 and 1806. Stephen Ambrose brilliantly re-creates their adventures in a book that richly details both their private lives and public accomplishments. From encounters with hostile Native American [...]

Charles Oakley has never been one to shy away from a physical challenge. The former NBA player was known as one of the most ferocious competitors in the league, and he paid no attention to personal boundaries when it came to winning. In “The Last Enforcer”, Oakley tells all about his outrageous experiences during his [...]

The Rise of Superman is a book about decoding the science of ultimate human performance. The author, Steven Kotler, discusses how people can achieve their highest potential and perform at their best. He investigates what makes some individuals rise to superhuman levels in various fields such as sports, business, and creativity. With firsthand accounts from [...]

Moneyball is a book by Michael Lewis that tells the story of how Billy Beane, general manager of the Oakland Athletics, turned to statistics and analysis to build one of baseball’s most successful teams on a limited budget. For who is this book for ? This book is for people who love sports and want [...]

This book is a compilation of teachings from martial artist and actor Bruce Lee. It covers a variety of topics such as health, fitness, philosophy, self-defense and more. The main message that Lee tries to impart is for people to be like water; adaptable and fluid in order to overcome any obstacle. For who is [...]