A wonderful little book about a great man -- Tim Krabbe, author of The Rider At last the coolest of champions gets the biography he deserves -- Richard Williams If you don't know Fournel, then you're missing out, if you don't know Anquetil, then you don't know cycling. -- David Millar An unconventional take on a fascinating character. This is not your standard cycling biography - and all the better for it. -- Gary Imlach What a wonderful book Paul has written. It's is one of the most powerful cycling books I've ever read - certainly the best biography. -- Michael Hutchinson Evokes the mysticism which surrounded Jacques beautifully -- Herbie Sykes A magnificent book * Le Monde * A beautiful story * Le Figaro * A profound essay * Liberation * Praise for Velo:
Joyous. Destined to become a classic * Road.cc * One of the loveliest pieces of writing about cycling * Cyclingtips * Praise for Need for the Bike
'Paul Fournel is the real deal. In his carefully cadenced prose poem...he shares a passion for the sport matched only by his love of language. * Bicycling * A fascinating mix of bicycling memories, observations, and experiences the author has gathered during a lifetime of cycling ... This very personal book, doled in short, easily digestible doses, packs a meal that ultimately satisfies deeply * ForeWord * With this little masterpiece, the coolest and most enigmatic of champions is given the biography he deserves. -- Richard Williams * Guardian * Very special. An excellent read. -- Phil Liggett A stunningly original look at the complex and controversial life of one of France's greatest ever pro-cyclists. * Bikes, etc. *