Dirty Feet

"Dirty Feet" offers a compelling exploration of the Tour de France’s origins, highlighting its blue-collar beginnings and the visionary efforts of Henri Desgrange to promote cycling through a groundbreaking race. The book traces the race’s evolution from humble, muddy beginnings to a modern technological spectacle, while also dispelling myths and sharing fascinating stories from cycling history. With a wealth of lesser-known facts, the author provides a vivid portrayal of the men who have shaped this iconic event over more than a century.