Listen free for 30 days
Listen with offer
-
Atlas
- From the Streets to the Ring: A Son's Struggle to Become a Man
- Narrated by: Teddy Atlas
- Length: 11 hrs and 35 mins
Failed to add items
Add to basket failed.
Add to wishlist failed.
Remove from wishlist failed.
Adding to library failed
Follow podcast failed
Unfollow podcast failed
99p for the first 3 months
Atlas
Buy Now for £18.99
No valid payment method on file.
We are sorry. We are not allowed to sell this product with the selected payment method
Listeners also enjoyed...
Summary
"Of all the people who have affected my life and influence the choices I've made, none has been more important than my father."
So begins the autobiography of legendary boxing trainer and commentator Teddy Atlas, who grew from the rebellious son of a doctor to a man who embraces, and lives by, his father's values and code.
In this gritty, spellbinding tale, Atlas recounts his fascinating life as a juvenile delinquent on the streets of Staten Island; as a boxer and Golden Gloves champion under the tutelage of famed trainer Cus D'Amato; as a companion to the dangerous, unpredictable Sammy "the Bull" Gravano, up until the day Gravano turned rat and brought down crime boss John Gotti; and as a trainer of champions and contenders, among them 14-year-old Mike Tyson and heavyweight Michael Moorer, whom he led to the crown with a win over Evander Holyfield.
Equally engrossing are Teddy Atlas's accounts of training Twyla Tharp, dancer and choreographer, for her successful comeback at the age of 42; his work with actor Willem Dafoe, preparing him for his role as a concentration camp boxer in the film Triumph of the Spirit; his journey to Poland to choreograph the film's boxing scenes; and his own performance in movies such as Play It to the Bone.
In sharing his stories, Atlas reveals the philosophy by which he lives. Like Teddy Atlas - inimitable, tough, honest, and wise - this book inspires. It is about so much more than boxing. It is a story of overcoming hardships, of compassion for those in need, of tremendous personal integrity, and of personal and professional triumph.
What listeners say about Atlas
Average customer ratingsReviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Anonymous User
- 14-09-20
Quality
Absolutely brilliant didn’t want it to end..
Loved everything about this book.
Teddy Atlas I salute you sir
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- M. Mcdermott
- 03-05-21
What a book!
I had no real idea who Teddy Atlas was when my friend suggested this book to me.
I knew his name in vague association with Tyson, but that was it.
Even though his life was centred around boxing, this is not a boxing book, I'm not a huge boxing fan myself.
This book made me laugh out loud on more than one occasion, and brought tears to my eyes on more than one occasion, neither of which happen very often to me.
Hearing Teddy read it added so much, the emotion in his voice at times.
Having lived a violent life myself in the past, it was great to hear someone else talk about the psychology of certain things that very few understand.
One of the best books I've listened to.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Mr. A. M. Adamson
- 30-12-21
Authenticity
Great book, great story and great man. Excellently narrated by the man himself.
In a world besieged by too many phonies, and in a sport smothered by corruption Teddy is an antidote. Real, raw and unbowed.
Hats off 👌🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Amazon Customer
- 24-01-20
Real.
Was not a fan of Atlas from bits of shouting I saw on ESPN. I now have respect for him and I am truly intrigued. Great book, great stories, anything but a chronological history of his life. A boxing fan's must read. Anyone interested in legendary characters and fascinating tails add it to your collection.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Alexandra Suranyi
- 25-02-20
Boxers have the best stories
Great insight into an interesting (sometimes funny, sometimes heartbreaking) life. I’ve listened to this as a coach and even though there are no practical recommendations as such, one can learn lot about how dedicated you have to be as a trainer/coach and definitely get some good ideas from an brilliant person.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- John Robertson
- 10-01-20
Amazing!
I love Teddy and even better with him story telling highly recommended. a must read
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Mr. C. J. Ellis
- 17-05-21
Phenomenal
I have been a fan of Teddy for years and more so after listening to this book, it's an engaging listen for any fight fan and gives some powerful life lessons.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- rjm
- 08-01-22
Fantastic
Having Teddy read this himself was fantastic. His insight into boxing is amazing and this candid insight into his life and career was a pleasure to listen too.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Junkets
- 15-05-20
Gifted storyteller
Gifted storyteller, great to her the book in his own voice. Full of stories, engaging listen. Listened to Teddy for several years, came here off the back of his YouTube show.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Anonymous User
- 11-07-20
Emotionally gripping
Incredibly read story of Teddy's life. Prepare for tears at times during this emotional listen! A must for anyone into boxing.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!