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Title: Made in America: The Most Dominant Champion in UFC History
ISBN: 141694883X
Author:
Matt Hughes
Michael Malice
Publicate Date: 2008-01-01
Publish: 2008-01-01
List Price: $24.00
Average Customer Rating: 3.5
Format: Hardcover
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1: Terribly written book
The book lacked any depth and was written at a very low level. The book continually drifted on different tangents and didn't reveal a lot of the MMA and grappling world, from Hughes perspective, that I was looking for. In addition, Matt came across as a cocky bully. He fits exactly the kind of jerk that we all try to stay away from in life. On TUF, I was surprised at how much Serra went after Hughes, but now I see his reasons.
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2: Poorly written--however gives great insight into Hughes
Let me first say that the co-author should be ashamed as the book is written at a 3 grade level: short, choppy sentences with virtually no depth, nuance or style. However, most who will read this book are not looking for this, but it would be nice and is something that Matt should pay attention to if he decides on publishing again. It can be done and was done so well by Lidell's co-author in "Iceman"--a book with both good content and decent writing.
This book deals with his life from childhood up, his personal life, religious life as well as life in the UFC. I felt that the book reveals Hughes just as he is--and if you've ever wondered why he comes across in interviews and on ufc shows as cocky and egotistical, this book will help you understand that in all areas of his life, Matt is extremely competitive and doesn't appear to recognize how he comes across.
In any case, for those that want more info on Matt--this will do it for you.
One last criticism-- the ending of the book made whatever good feelings I had from the experience drop significantly. It was as if he was told by his publisher that he had 2 pages to finish and so the book very abruptly stops with no wrap-up, conclusion or summary.
My summary: Badly written, yet informative book on Matt Hughes.
Better Book: Iceman by Chuck Liddell
Best Book on Fighting: A Fighters Heart by Sam Sheridan
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3: Great Book!
I cant wait for Matt to write another book that will help conclude this one.
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4: truthful
An account about the fighter and not necessarily the fights, which is why I liked the book. As opposed to so many books of this nature, he didn't focus on facts that a fan who bought the book would already known.
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5: A.K.F. of Buxton N.C.
Great story as told by a Great Champion. Reading Hughes' book was informative and a GREAT read. Hughes is a hero in and out of the Octagon. The account of his life and his Christian faith is very uplifting. This is a must for any M.M.A fan, (without being preachy) I wish Hughes the best of luck in the future and hope whomever reads "Made In America" enjoys this book as much as i did.
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