Hawk: Occupation: Skateboarder

I am a 40 year old mother of two boys, ages 11 and 10. I die to watch Tony and the boys on TV. I have become an expert on skaters, my boys are amazed how I can identify all the skaters and their tricks. I read "Hawk - Occupation Skateboarder" and never had so much fun in my life! I laughed and laughed and laughed some more! I cried some and I felt sad a few times. Yet always I had the utmost respect for this boy who became a man right in front of our eyes.This book isn't just about skateboarding. It's about family, friendships, akwardness, itelligence and respect. I have so many pages marked and highlighted in my book you'd think it was a reference guide. This book is entertaining and enjoyable. This man is and was and exceptional student with a wonderful loving and supportive family life. A mother and father that we would all be envious to have. I have told everyone about this book and how much fun I had reading it. I am currently in the process of buying a bunch of these books to give out to my family and friends for Christmas. This book is something everyone shoud read even if you don't skate. I don't skate but I live to watch it and it never ceases to amaze me how these men pull off such incredible manuvers.I have the utmost respect for this man and his family. He is truly an exceptional human being. Buy the book, read the book, laugh yourself silly and feel good. We should all be so lucky to have what this man has worked extremely hard for. Nothing was given to Tony, he earned it all and worked hard for it.When I grow up I want to be a photographer or playstation mom on the Tony Hawk Gigantic Skateboard Tour! Thank you Skaters for giving me such enjoyment!

I am 'Squigman's' mother. Squigman is 9 years old and has been interested in extreme sports ever since he was a baby. He told me that he wanted one thing for Christmas, and that was Tony Hawk's book. Other Christmas's his list of 'I wants' was long and harsh . . .Playstations, electric jeeps, action figures, but this year . . .he wants . . .a book! Imagine that, the boy wants to read an actual 'chapter' book. I have every confidence that he will read it, cover to cover because for the last several years skateboarding magazines is all the child will read. Harry Potter? Who's that? My son has a real flesh and blood hero and his name is Tony Hawk.

I am a person who has never been on a skateboard. But this book surprised me. I was going through a couple of books in the library that they were selling, and I bought. First, I thought I was giving it to my friend (who loves skateboards), but first I read it. It was so good that I couldn't put the book down until I finished it. It is a book that has humor, a dab of drama, and everything else you can think of. It is a great book (and I didn't give it to my friend because it is too good to waste, and I bought it for only $1.00). Even if you hate skateboarding, you should read this book. It teaches you about "life." I thought it was good, and if you read it, I bet you would too. Tony Hawk has made a great autobiography, and I hope you would make a great choice. Buy this book! Thanks for reading my review!

This book is spectacular! Well written, engaging, informative, funny, and most of all, human. Tony Hawk's honesty shines through on every subject. I've never been on a skateboard in my life but this book is a *must read* for anyone who has even the slightest interest in Tony Hawk's incredible career and skating talents.

Skateboarding books are Definetly exiting, but when the birdman writes one it's ausome. Tony Hawk is the best Skateboarder ever, and if you are looking to become a pro or even a hobbiest you should purchase this book. It tells you the way of his life and how he got to where he is today. This book is the perfect gift for any skateboarder or even something for yourself!