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The most grueling athletic event in the world, the Tour de France takes place over 23 days every July across more than 2,000 miles. From punishing mountainous terrain to flat blacktop, bicyclists push their bodies to the limit to win the greatest prize in cycling. More than just a day-by-day account of the race, 23 Days in July will bring together engaging nuggets of history, set up each day's race with vivid descriptions of the geography, and highlight the mental along with the physical battle among the principal contenders. With two 8-page photo inserts by Graham Watson and featuring interviews with the Tour's only other five-time winters still alive - Eddy Merckx, Bernard Hinault, and Miguel Indurain - 23 Days in July will capture the rich history, nationalistic fervor, and diverse geographic challenges of the most dramatic athletic event in the world. 304 pgs. hardcover, 16 b&w photos