Picabo : Nothing to Hide

by Picabo Street, Dana White

The compelling story of America's most loved Olympic champion "Since winning an Olympic silver medal in 1994, Street has been the most interesting personality in a sport desperately lacking for charisma. The story she tells is an entertaining portrait of her eccentricities, insecurities, mindboggling crashes, and triumphs."­­Philip Hersh, Chicago Tribune "Nothing to Hide offers an interesting insight into the world of big-time ski racing."­­John Meyer, Denver Post "Once you read Street's new autobiography, you understand how she did it . . . even a fraction of her life would make for an interesting story."­­David King, San Antonio Express-News Nothing to Hide is powerful, honest autobiography. Picabo Street shares her coming-of-age experience, revealing how adversity shaped a rebellious tomboy into a champion athlete and compassionate woman, in harmony with her family and at peace with her fear of failure.

Genres: Nonfiction, Biography, Memoir

304 pages, Paperback

First published October 18, 2001

Reviews

[Jennifer · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked this book. It was amazing to see her journey to being such an amazing skier. It ends before the 2002 Olympics so kindof doesn't tell the whole story, but still good.

[Marisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Growing up Picabo Street was my hero. She was a strong, dominant female athlete in what was still a traditionally male-dominated sport. This may make me biased, but I believe anyone who is a ski racing fan would find this biography fascinating. It shows the inner workings of the ski culture and how much Picabo had to work through to find success.

I have read this book about three times and each time I still find it fresh and interesting. It is a great story of perseverance and ultimately, triumph. I'd highly recommend it for all sporting fans and particularly those who are fans of winter sports.

Who should read it? All ski racing fans, winter Olympic fans and sports fans.

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[Kennedy Luke · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely amazing and inspiring story about a young ski racer overcoming obstacles and living life. Being a competitive ski racer myself, I have read the book 3 times trying to absorb the awesomeness of it. I love it. Definitely one of my favorite non-fiction books, and i recommend it especially to ski racers but anyone that has a passion for anything. This book is the definition of resilience and preserving.

[Kate · Rating 5 out of 5]

I first read this book in high school and have read it twice more since then!! Love all of her stories and experiences as an Olympic skier!!

[Kim Shears · Rating 4 out of 5]

She's a bad ass

[Melissa · Rating 3 out of 5]

Funny and enjoyable: Picabo Street has an interesting voice and a captivating story.