The Escape

In "The Escape," award-winning sportswriter David Walsh teams up with British cycling icon Pippa York for an evocative memoir that traces her journey through the Tour de France. Combining personal reflections with the race's iconic landmarks, the book delves into York's life in working-class Glasgow, her challenges in competitive cycling, and her eventual transition. It candidly addresses themes such as doping and gender in sports while offering a unique perspective on the magic of the Tour. This captivating travelogue stands as a tribute to one of cycling’s most intriguing figures.