Book description
The bestselling bio of Hall-of-Famer Patrick Roy-now in a highly
anticipated English-language edition
Since it published in Canada in November 2007, Le Guerrier
became an instant hit, quickly selling out its first print run.
For fans of Patrick Roy, the NHL's legendary goaltender, the book
provided the first truly intimate, no-holds-barred look at the early
life and meteoric rise of their hero, told from a unique perspective:
his father's. Written by Michel Roy, himself an impassioned hockey
fan, Patrick Roy: Winning, Nothing Else offers keen insights on
Patrick's indomitable will to win, how he revolutionized goaltending
and popularized the butterfly style, as well as his role models and
inspiration, and his relationships with teachers, teammates, the
media, hockey scouts and coaches, agents and players.
- Reveals what makes Patrick tick, taking us behind the scenes and
into the family life of one of the greatest goaltenders of all
time
- Offers a candid look at Patrick's blunders, faults and
difficulties, including the heartbreaking move from Montreal that
nearly broke his spirit
While much has been written and said about Patrick Roy, this father's
look at his famous son offers fans everywhere an unusually in-depth
and authoritative look at this complicated and driven athlete.
Born in Québec City in 1942, Michel Roy had a
distinguished career with the Québec Government until 1996, holding
several senior management positions over 26 years, including Deputy
Minister of Tourism, Deputy Minister of Communications, and the Québec
Government's Representative in Chicago for twelve Midwest states. He
is also an accomplished jazz musician and composer, and is currently
Chair of Telefilm Canada.
