
Bouncing Back
Memoirs of a Mattress Salesman
Gill Books (Publisher)
Published on 26. September 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
256 pages
978-1-80458-385-2 (ISBN)
Description
This is the inspiring story of Michael Flynn, a struggling furniture salesman from Pearse Street, who reinvented himself to become one of Ireland's most beloved national figures.
Starting with Mick's formative years growing up in Dublin where he faced the challenges of being an inner-city kid. Despite these struggles, he had the unwavering support of his tight-knit community. As we journey through Mick's life, we gain a deeper understanding of the man behind the Mattress Mick persona. We learn about his close bond with his family and his generosity in giving back to the communities. Even when Mick lost everything and faced bankruptcy, his relentless determination and a little unconventional thinking outside the box (or bed!) helped him bounce back from the brink, literally.
This inspiring, touching and heartwarming tale will resonate with anyone who has or is going through hard times. It's a testament to never giving up, no matter what life throws your way.
Starting with Mick's formative years growing up in Dublin where he faced the challenges of being an inner-city kid. Despite these struggles, he had the unwavering support of his tight-knit community. As we journey through Mick's life, we gain a deeper understanding of the man behind the Mattress Mick persona. We learn about his close bond with his family and his generosity in giving back to the communities. Even when Mick lost everything and faced bankruptcy, his relentless determination and a little unconventional thinking outside the box (or bed!) helped him bounce back from the brink, literally.
This inspiring, touching and heartwarming tale will resonate with anyone who has or is going through hard times. It's a testament to never giving up, no matter what life throws your way.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Dublin
Ireland
Publishing group
Gill
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 153 mm
Width: 235 mm
Thickness: 17 mm
Weight
290 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-80458-385-2 (9781804583852)
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E-Book
10/2025
Gill Books
€17.99
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Persons
Michael Flynn aka Mattress Mick, is an Irish personality and household name. Renowned for his unconventional guerrilla marketing strategies, his journey from bankruptcy to online sensation has captivated national audiences and earned him widespread recognition.
Josephine McCaffrey is a writer, director and performer. She spent many years playing a pivotal role in the development of original Irish literature within the London arts circuit.
Josephine McCaffrey is a writer, director and performer. She spent many years playing a pivotal role in the development of original Irish literature within the London arts circuit.