Jason Robinson began playing full-time rugby at the age of 16 with Wigan Warriors, the most successful club in Rugby League at the time. He made the transition to Rugby Union with Sale Sharks in 2000 and was fast-tracked to the England squad. His speed, unpredictability and charisma has ensured that he was widely acknowledged as one of the most exciting players in the world. His extraordinary turnaround from a hard-drinking, deeply troubled teenager to born again Christian and dedicated family man makes his story all the more inspiring. Fully updated with all the drama and excitement of the 2007 Rugby World Cup, this edition includes that victorious semi-final and Jason's last international against South Africa where victory so painfully slipped from view.Now retired and looking forward to life with his family, Jason reflects on a stunning career and admits he has few regrets, he has been 'truly blessed'.
Jason Robinson began playing full-time rugby at the age of 16 with Wigan Warriors, the most successful club in Rugby League at the time. He made the transition to Rugby Union with Sale Sharks in 2000 and was fast-tracked to the England squad. His speed, unpredictability and charisma has ensured that he was widely acknowledged as one of the most exciting players in the world. His extraordinary turnaround from a hard-drinking, deeply troubled teenager to born again Christian and dedicated family man makes his story all the more inspiring. Fully updated with all the drama and excitement of the 2007 Rugby World Cup, this edition includes that victorious semi-final and Jason's last international against South Africa where victory so painfully slipped from view.Now retired and looking forward to life with his family, Jason reflects on a stunning career and admits he has few regrets, he has been 'truly blessed'.
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What elevates this book above the usual pulp of players' lives is Robinson's candour... the book has been a cathartic exercise in facing his demons. -- The Times 20030927 A remarkable autobiography, the best of its kind since Lance Armstrong's 'It's Not About the Bike'. -- The Guardian 20030927 One of the most extraordinary stories involving a modern-day sportsman. -- Daily Telegraph 20030927
What elevates this book above the usual pulp of players' lives is Robinson's candour... the book has been a cathartic exercise in facing his demons. -- The Times 20030927 A remarkable autobiography, the best of its kind since Lance Armstrong's 'It's Not About the Bike'. -- The Guardian 20030927 One of the most extraordinary stories involving a modern-day sportsman. -- Daily Telegraph 20030927
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Höhe: 240 mm
Breite: 163 mm
Dicke: 34 mm
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978-0-340-96391-3 (9780340963913)
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Jason Robinson was born in 1974 in Leeds. He is married and has four children.
Jason Robinson was born in 1974 in Leeds. He is married and has four children.
