American Fencer Modern Lessons from an Ancient Sport edition by Tim Morehouse Religion Spirituality eBooks
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Master fencing, master life.
From the scrappy underdog with the choppy, unconventional technique, to the Olympic Silver medalist competing against the world’s best, Tim Morehouse’s story is one of grit, drive, and perseverance. Growing up in New York City’s Washington Heights at the height of the 1980s crack epidemic, Tim battled for acceptance and recognition, only to find himself at a Division-III college, where he knew his potential wasn’t being fully met. Returning to his old stomping grounds after graduation, he taught for Teach for America until his evening fencing trainings earned him enough international points to scratch his way onto the U.S. Olympic Fencing Team.
American Fencer is the unlikely story of a determined youth, breaking out of his environment to follow his dream. Through unremitting mentors and a myriad of maxed-out credit cards, Morehouse finds himself as a contradiction to his surroundings. Never fitting in, never feeling adequate, his biggest battle is with himself.
Morehouse uses fencing as the metaphor for life; by overcoming his obstacles in fencing, he found the courage to apply the same methods to his own life. Behind the mask, he could be anyone. He continually feels a need to prove his self-worth not only to others, but to himself. “I realized there was nothing to win or lose but myself.” Gradually he learned that excuses make success impossible.
Whether or not you’ve ever picked up a foil, an epée, or a saber, Tim’s story speaks to all of us who expected to one day find meaning in our career, in our life, in our goals. This memoir doesn’t dance around the fact that sometimes life is a struggle—it proves that through discipline and hard work, these dreams are attainable.
American Fencer Modern Lessons from an Ancient Sport edition by Tim Morehouse Religion Spirituality eBooks
I purchased this book as a gift for my son, a high school fencer. I read the book after he finished. We could relate to so many of the stories that Tim told! Fencing requires mental strength (on the part of both the fencer and the parent). It was exciting and motivating to follow Tim's growth, both mentally and physically, throughout his Olympic journey. The exciting battles, on and off the strip, and the humor sprinkled throughout kept the book engaging and fun. Every fencer (and fencing parent), every athlete, and every sports psychologist could benefit from reading this book.Product details
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American Fencer Modern Lessons from an Ancient Sport edition by Tim Morehouse Religion Spirituality eBooks Reviews
This was the most authentic and inspirational sports biography read to date - with life lessons for all ages.
A great read for athletes and parents - really for everyone interested in sports combined with history,
A story of immense determination, tenacity, and spirit. Tim Morehouse's journey embodies unbridled inspiration and unrelenting courage! A must read!
Great story with lots of anecdotes of his life and lessons he learned that can be transferred to your life outside sports.
Excellent book. Tim did a great job of promoting the sport. It's also fun to watch clips of Tim on YouTube. He is truly a champion.
It's a great and an inspiring story.
Such a great read! Very inspiring to everyone who has a dream to reach. While reading this book, I relived the moments as Tim fenced his way to the olympics, feeling his joy and pain. A must read for young fencers and their parents.
Really good book.(Finished it in two days)Morehouse may not be the best fencer out there but he had definitely written one of the best book about fencing.(and his life and so on)A very true story of a American fencer's life and if you are not from USA,this a story of being a American fencer.Every single feeling was so detailed that it was almost how some fencers felt when fencing.Also learnt a lot from the book.I see some ways in how Morehouse handled his problems on his way to the Olympics.From beginner to Olympian.Even picked up some Sabre moves since I had never tried it before.(I'm epee)All in all,whether you are a fencer or not,it is still a great book about a sportsman and his life which he had dedicated to fencing.
I purchased this book as a gift for my son, a high school fencer. I read the book after he finished. We could relate to so many of the stories that Tim told! Fencing requires mental strength (on the part of both the fencer and the parent). It was exciting and motivating to follow Tim's growth, both mentally and physically, throughout his Olympic journey. The exciting battles, on and off the strip, and the humor sprinkled throughout kept the book engaging and fun. Every fencer (and fencing parent), every athlete, and every sports psychologist could benefit from reading this book.
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