Undisputed Truth (Mike Tyson)

Mike Tyson
Undisputed Truth

One of the most compelling no holds barred autobiographies I've read. Tyson let's us into his deep soul and whilst even in the pits you sort of feel that he's half boasting of what he's doing he obviously sees the bad side too. He never seems to apologise to the people he's wronged but in a way turns his wrongs back on himself wallowing in self pity and excusing his behaviour as to the way that he was brought up. And given his upbrining it's hard not to understand that's why he is the way he is. Not sure many would turn out different. His boxing made him incredibly well read at an early age in his career and the whole book is framed in the wider picture of his place in boxing history. The last part gets a big sugary, despite the language, and you ultimately feel very sorry for him. As he says, no one can read this and feel jealous of him. Except maybe his childhood peers at least those that are still alive. Which isn't many if the book is to be believed. I'm not a boxing fan and knew very little about Tyson except for the ear incident but this is a fascinating read of addiction and chaos. Must find out how the last year or so have treated The Champ.