Only one Beckham

Author: [UK] Staffordshire Tim O'Brien
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Publish Date: 2003-07-01
Features: The youngest Lord in Britain, a loyal husband, a sharp knife on the field, the perfect prince in the eyes of women; when every banana kick arcs beautifully into the net, the whole world joins in singing: "There's only one David Beckham!"
After intimate conversations with Beckham, these two best-selling authors exclusively reveal the story of this famous footballer's dreams coming true on the pitch, his beloved wife — the Spice Girls, and his happy family life; several exciting segments where Beckham sets fashion trends are even more captivating. "He is the best football player in the world. He is the most popular person in Britain. There's only one David Beckham..." When David Beckham comes forward to take another of his signature free kicks, the whole country holds its breath. And when he leads the team to victory once again, the entire nation sings together: "There's only one David Beckham..."
This book tells the story of this most beloved person in England — narrated by different people he encountered during his glorious career. It not only reveals the journey of this football prodigy becoming a national hero but also paints a perfect portrait of David Beckham as a celebrity, a loyal family man, and a football master.