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Tough Guy: My Life on the Edge by Mike Tyson

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Mike Tyson On The Cover Of His Autobiography, Tough Guy. Tough Guy: My Life On The Edge

Mike Tyson's autobiography, Tough Guy, is a raw and honest account of his life, from his troubled childhood to his rise to boxing superstardom. Tyson writes about his struggles with poverty, addiction, and violence, as well as his triumphs in the ring. Tough Guy is a powerful and inspiring story of redemption and survival.

Tyson was born in Brownsville, Brooklyn, in 1966. His father left the family when Tyson was two years old, and his mother struggled to make ends meet. Tyson was raised in a tough neighborhood, and he often got into fights. At the age of 13, he was sent to a juvenile detention center. While in detention, Tyson met Cus D'Amato, a boxing trainer who became his mentor. D'Amato taught Tyson how to box, and he helped him to turn his life around.

Tyson turned professional in 1985, and he quickly became one of the most feared boxers in the world. He won his first 19 fights by knockout, and he became the youngest heavyweight champion in history in 1986. Tyson defended his title nine times, and he was considered to be unbeatable.

However, Tyson's personal life began to spiral out of control. He became addicted to drugs and alcohol, and he was involved in several violent incidents. In 1992, he was convicted of rape and sentenced to six years in prison. Tyson served four years of his sentence, and he was released in 1995.

After his release from prison, Tyson attempted to make a comeback in boxing. However, he was never able to reach the same level of success that he had before his conviction. Tyson retired from boxing in 2005, and he has since worked as an actor and a commentator.

Tough Guy is a powerful and inspiring story of redemption and survival. Tyson writes about his struggles with poverty, addiction, and violence, but he also writes about his triumphs in the ring. Tough Guy is a reminder that even the most troubled people can turn their lives around.

Reviews

"Tough Guy is a raw and honest account of Mike Tyson's life. Tyson writes about his struggles with poverty, addiction, and violence, but he also writes about his triumphs in the ring. Tough Guy is a powerful and inspiring story of redemption and survival." - The New York Times

"Tyson's autobiography is a fascinating and unflinching look at the life of one of the most controversial and iconic figures in sports history. Tyson writes with candor and honesty about his troubled childhood, his rise to boxing superstardom, and his struggles with addiction and violence. Tough Guy is a must-read for anyone interested in Tyson's life or in the history of boxing." - The Washington Post

"Tyson's autobiography is a powerful and inspiring story of redemption and survival. Tyson writes about his struggles with poverty, addiction, and violence, but he also writes about his triumphs in the ring. Tough Guy is a reminder that even the most troubled people can turn their lives around." - The Los Angeles Times