Description
Born into a boxing family, the son of Mexican-born parents, Oscar the Golden Boy De La Hoya has lived the American Dream--achieving unparalleled success in everything from athletics to business, from the recording industry to numerous charitable ventures. The winner of six world titles and an Olympic gold medal, he has defeated more than a dozen world champions and has left a positive mark on the sport of boxing, inspiring many who had all but given up hope.
American Son is his story--a quintessentially American story--a frank, touching, and revealing memoir from one of the most celebrated fighters in the history of boxing. It is the thrilling tale of an immigrant's son--the chronicle of an amazing life's journey that offers new insight into the private world and remarkable career of a gentleman, an athlete, and a true national icon.
Author: Oscar de La Hoya, Steve Springer
Publisher: It Books
Published: 04/28/2009
Pages: 304
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.75lbs
Size: 8.80h x 5.90w x 0.90d
ISBN13: 9780061573125
ISBN10: 0061573124
BISAC Categories:
- Biography & Autobiography | Personal Memoirs
- Sports & Recreation | Boxing
- Biography & Autobiography | Sports