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A Dog In A Hat: An American Bike Racer'S Story Of Mud, Drugs, Blood, Betrayal, And Beauty In Belgium,Used
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In 1987, Joe Parkin Was An Amateur Bike Racer In California When He Ran Into Bob Roll, A Pro On The Powerhouse Team 7Eleven. 'Lobotomy Bob' Told Parkin That, To Become A Pro, He Must Go To Belgium. Riding Along A Canal In Belgium Years Later, Roll Encountered Parkin, Who He Described As 'A Wraith, An Avenging Angel Of Misery, A Twelvetoothed Assassin'. Roll Barely Recognized Him. Belgium Had Forged Parkin Into A Pro, And Changed Him Forever. A Dog In A Hat Is Joe'S Remarkable Story.Parkin Lays It All Out: The Drugs, The Payoffs, The Betrayals, The Battles For Contracts, The Endless Promises, And The Glory Of Racing Day After Day. A Dog In A Hat Is The Unforgettable Story Of The Unordinary Education Of Joe Parkin And His Love Affair With Racing, Set In The Hard Place In The World To Be A Bike Racer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'A Dog in a Hat' about? A: 'A Dog in a Hat' tells the story of Joe Parkin, an American bike racer who moved to Belgium in 1987 to pursue a professional cycling career. The book details his experiences, challenges, and transformations in the competitive cycling environment of Europe.
- Q: Who is the author of 'A Dog in a Hat'? A: The author of 'A Dog in a Hat' is Joe Parkin, who shares his personal journey as a cyclist in Belgium.
- Q: What genre does 'A Dog in a Hat' belong to? A: 'A Dog in a Hat' falls under the genre of Biographies & Memoirs, focusing on the life and experiences of a professional bike racer.
- Q: How many pages does 'A Dog in a Hat' have? A: 'A Dog in a Hat' has a total of 232 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'A Dog in a Hat'? A: 'A Dog in a Hat' was published on September 1, 2008.
- Q: What is the physical format of 'A Dog in a Hat'? A: 'A Dog in a Hat' is available in paperback format.
- Q: What are the main themes explored in 'A Dog in a Hat'? A: The main themes of 'A Dog in a Hat' include the struggles of professional cycling, the impact of drugs and betrayal in sports, and the personal growth experienced by Joe Parkin in a foreign environment.
- Q: Is there a foreword in 'A Dog in a Hat'? A: Yes, 'A Dog in a Hat' includes a foreword written by fellow cyclist Bob Roll.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of 'A Dog in a Hat'? A: Readers can expect a candid and engaging writing style that vividly describes the challenges and realities of being a professional cyclist in Belgium.
- Q: Is 'A Dog in a Hat' suitable for non-cyclists? A: 'A Dog in a Hat' is suitable for both cycling enthusiasts and general readers, as it explores universal themes of ambition, resilience, and personal transformation.