My Dream of Gold and Snow

The most titled athlete in France at the Olympic Games—five-time Olympic champion, multiple-time world champion—Martеn Fourcade is a legend of world biathlon. By talking about the inner forces that pushed him to overcome himself, about his weaknesses, and about the astonishing strength of character, Martin not only acquaints the reader with the intricacies of his sport, but also reveals the nature of great champions.

From the Pyrenees, the Alps, and the Jura Mountains where his childhood and youth took place, to the adrenaline of Olympic Vancouver and the triumph of Sochi—Martеn describes his incredible path in detail. "My dream of gold and snow" is a credible testimony of a unique athlete.

"The idea of writing a book was prompted by memories of landmark events that remained outside the media’s sight. The point is to not forget moments that I consider fundamental to my becoming as an athlete and as a person. Only I know how significant they are, and I don’t want to be the only one who understands their importance."