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The Audacious Life and Legend of Rebel Surfer Miki Dora

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All for a Few Perfect Waves: The Audacious Life and Legend of Rebel Surfer Miki Dora

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Miki Dora Surfing A Big Wave All For A Few Perfect Waves: The Audacious Life And Legend Of Rebel Surfer Miki Dora

Miki Dora was a surfer like no other. He was a master of big waves, a fearless pioneer, and a charismatic rebel who left an indelible mark on the sport of surfing.

Born in 1934 in Malibu, California, Dora grew up in the golden age of surfing. He was a natural talent, and by his early teens he was surfing some of the biggest waves in the world. Dora's surfing was characterized by its audacity and style. He was known for his fearless approach to big waves, and his signature move, the "Dora spin," was a gravity-defying maneuver that became one of the most iconic moves in surfing history.

Beyond his surfing, Dora was also a rebel and a free spirit. He rejected the commercialization of surfing and lived a life outside the mainstream. He was a close friend of Jack Kerouac and other Beat Generation writers, and his lifestyle reflected their ethos of nonconformity and spontaneity.

Dora's life was cut short in 1969 when he died of a drug overdose at the age of 35. But his legacy lives on. He is remembered as one of the greatest surfers of all time, and his spirit of rebellion and authenticity continues to inspire surfers around the world.

In this captivating biography, acclaimed author Matt Warshaw tells the full story of Miki Dora's life and legend.

Based on extensive interviews with Dora's friends, family, and fellow surfers, Warshaw paints a vivid portrait of a complex and enigmatic figure. He explores Dora's childhood, his surfing career, his personal life, and his untimely death.

The Audacious Life and Legend of Rebel Surfer Miki Dora is a must-read for anyone interested in surfing, biography, or the 1960s counterculture. It is a captivating story of a true original who lived life on his own terms.