About the book
\"An illuminating look at what it takes to be an Olympian… In this story, passion reigns supreme.\" —Cosmopolitan
\"An emotionally articulate memoir…[and] an intimate insight into the good-hearted and talented young man behind the medals.\" —Attitude
A deeply personal and inspiring memoir from the celebrated Olympic gold medal diver and LGBTQ+ advocate
Tom Daley is one of the most beloved athletes of our time, having competed as a diver in four Olympics, garnering medals and finally, in 2021 in Tokyo, winning gold. But few people know the realities of his life beyond the pool—his struggles, his secret triumphs and the mindset he needed to cultivate to become a champion.
In this deeply personal book, Tom explores the experiences that have shaped him and the qualities that brought him success and joy—from the resilience he developed competing at a world-class level, to the courage he discovered while reclaiming the narrative around his sexuality, to the perspective that family life has brought him.
Inspiring, candid and compulsively readable, Coming Up for Air offers an intimate window into the life and mindset of an athlete and advocate who has left an indelible imprint on sports.
Editions of Coming Up for Air
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781335662569
- EBook
- ISBN 9780369723925
Read an Excerpt
\"An illuminating look at what it takes to be an Olympian… In this story, passion reigns supreme.\" —Cosmopolitan
\"An emotionally articulate memoir…[and] an intimate insight into the good-hearted and talented young man behind the medals.\" —Attitude
A deeply personal and inspiring memoir from the celebrated Olympic gold medal diver and LGBTQ+ advocate
Tom Daley is one of the most beloved athletes of our time, having competed as a diver in four Olympics, garnering medals and finally, in 2021 in Tokyo, winning gold. But few people know the realities of his life beyond the pool—his struggles, his secret triumphs and the mindset he needed to cultivate to become a champion.
In this deeply personal book, Tom explores the experiences that have shaped him and the qualities that brought him success and joy—from the resilience he developed competing at a world-class level, to the courage he discovered while reclaiming the narrative around his sexuality, to the perspective that family life has brought him.
Inspiring, candid and compulsively readable, Coming Up for Air offers an intimate window into the life and mindset of an athlete and advocate who has left an indelible imprint on sports.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coming Up for Air about?
\"An illuminating look at what it takes to be an Olympian… In this story, passion reigns supreme.\" —Cosmopolitan
\"An emotionally articulate memoir…[and] an intimate insight into the good-hearted and talented young man behind the medals.\" —Attitude
A deeply personal and inspiring memoir from the celebrated Olympic gold medal diver and LGBTQ+ advocate
Tom Daley is one of the most beloved athletes of our time, having competed as a diver in four Olympics, garnering medals and finally, in 2021 in Tokyo, winning gold. But few people know the realities of his life beyond the pool—his struggles, his secret triumphs and the mindset he needed to cultivate to become a champion.
In this deeply personal book, Tom explores the experiences that have shaped him and the qualities that brought him success and joy—from the resilience he developed competing at a world-class level, to the courage he discovered while reclaiming the narrative around his sexuality, to the perspective that family life has brought him.
Inspiring, candid and compulsively readable, Coming Up for Air offers an intimate window into the life and mindset of an athlete and advocate who has left an indelible imprint on sports.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Coming Up for Air?
Biography, Literature and Literary studies > Biography and non-fiction prose > Biography: general > Biography: sport
Where can I read a sample of Coming Up for Air?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781335662569
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Coming Up for Air?
Tom Daley
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Coming Up for Air is available as paperback(ISBN 9781335662569) and ebook(ISBN 9780369723925)
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