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kfoleyfl's review
4.5
It’s a little disjointed, but that’s also what makes it special. I sat down and read it all in one sitting, it’s just impossible to put down.
kranichcarina's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed this book and all the insight it gave into Niki's life. There were some moments when you could see that it was written in the eighties (e.g., at one point, he talks about Senna and Berger, and it feels strange knowing how their careers turned out, but there are also times when his attitude towards his wife feels very dated), but I enjoyed it nonetheless.
The writing style is representative of his "no-nonsense" approach and sometimes lacks emotions. This might be strange for some, but I found it fitting.
In this edition, there are three additional chapters and an epilogue added in 2020 by Kevin Eason. For me, these additional chapters lacked the charm of the rest of the book. They try to summarize the rest of Niki's life and therefore make sense, but I think they could have been either longer to explain everything a bit more in detail or could have been left out. The epilogue was good, and reliving the condolences made me tear up a little bit.
All in all, a great biography for everyone interested in Formula 1.
The writing style is representative of his "no-nonsense" approach and sometimes lacks emotions. This might be strange for some, but I found it fitting.
In this edition, there are three additional chapters and an epilogue added in 2020 by Kevin Eason. For me, these additional chapters lacked the charm of the rest of the book. They try to summarize the rest of Niki's life and therefore make sense, but I think they could have been either longer to explain everything a bit more in detail or could have been left out. The epilogue was good, and reliving the condolences made me tear up a little bit.
All in all, a great biography for everyone interested in Formula 1.
szilvicsanyi's review against another edition
5.0
Excellent book. Lauda had a surprisingly witty and captivating writing style and his bluntness and self-criticism are hilarious. The last chapers added by his co-author are not less entertaining and informative. It's great reading even for those who are not F1 fans.
bookedandwatched's review against another edition
5.0
To Hell and Back: My Autobiography by Niki Lauda
4.5/5
“I've been through a lot and I realise the future can't be controlled. I'm not worried. You can always learn to overcome difficulties.”
-- Niki Lauda
In To Hell And Back Niki Lauda revels how he battledf fear to stage a comeback after his horrific crash at Nurburgring in 1976, where he was dragged from the inferno of his Ferraro, so badly injured he was given his last rites.
Niki looks back on his career, his team mates and the ups and downs. It is written in true NIki style - a no-nonsense approach.
This is a great read for F1 fans old and new. THe additional chapters of his life post racing are welcomed. They discuss his love of flying, his airline and his time at Mercedes.
A great insight into a great man.
4.5/5
“I've been through a lot and I realise the future can't be controlled. I'm not worried. You can always learn to overcome difficulties.”
-- Niki Lauda
In To Hell And Back Niki Lauda revels how he battledf fear to stage a comeback after his horrific crash at Nurburgring in 1976, where he was dragged from the inferno of his Ferraro, so badly injured he was given his last rites.
Niki looks back on his career, his team mates and the ups and downs. It is written in true NIki style - a no-nonsense approach.
This is a great read for F1 fans old and new. THe additional chapters of his life post racing are welcomed. They discuss his love of flying, his airline and his time at Mercedes.
A great insight into a great man.
zepedromaio's review
emotional
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.75
Um livro fascinante pela pessoa tão interessante que era o Niki Lauda. Principalmente sendo seu fã e da fórmula 1, foi uma grande experiência ler tantas histórias sobre a sua carreira e também sobre os bastidores deste desporto com tantas intrigas. Era claramente um lutador e sobretudo um vencedor contra as grandes adversidades que a vida lhe lançou. Para além de uma personalidade tão peculiar. Recomendo esta biografia não só para quem segue a fórmula 1 mas para o público em geral, porque teve uma história de vida realmente incrível!
amy_da1sy's review against another edition
5.0
I love niki he is such a hero to me and reading about his life is so incredibly interesting. Especially when it’s him telling the story.