How (Not) To Be Strong
The inspirational instant Sunday Times Bestseller from the legendary Lioness
Published on 13. June 2023
Book
Paperback/Softback
288 pages
978-1-5291-5913-4 (ISBN)
Description
An inspiring memoir of finding strength and resilience from the former England Lioness.
From the football cages of East London to broadcasting to millions, the engine powering Alex Scott's remarkable journey has always been her resilience. But thanks to a 'push-through mentality' the world has only ever seen the 'strong' side of Alex. Now, she is ready to lower the shield.
In her candid memoir How (Not) to Be Strong, Alex shares the lessons that have shaped her, from finally confronting the legacy of a tumultuous childhood to tarnished truth behind the gleaming football trophies.
With raw honesty, Alex shows how she's tackled life's challenges and that sometimes the strongest thing you can do is show your most vulnerable side to the world.
From the football cages of East London to broadcasting to millions, the engine powering Alex Scott's remarkable journey has always been her resilience. But thanks to a 'push-through mentality' the world has only ever seen the 'strong' side of Alex. Now, she is ready to lower the shield.
In her candid memoir How (Not) to Be Strong, Alex shares the lessons that have shaped her, from finally confronting the legacy of a tumultuous childhood to tarnished truth behind the gleaming football trophies.
With raw honesty, Alex shows how she's tackled life's challenges and that sometimes the strongest thing you can do is show your most vulnerable side to the world.
Reviews / Votes
An inspiration -- Taylor Swift I was incredibly moved by Alex's story and her bravery is second to none -- Steven Bartlett, entrepreneur and host of 'The Diary of a CEO An amazing read. What a book. -- Alex Jones * One Show * A real story of growth -- Holly Willoughby * This Morning * Such a powerful and raw story, honestly told -- Wes Streeting MP An inspirational read on the need for vulnerability in sport. * Women's Health * A staggeringly open and exposing read -- Suzy Wrack, journalist for The Guardian and author of 'A Woman's Game: The rise, fall, and rise again of women's football' Painfully honest but also inspiring. Every young girl who loves her football should read it * Daily Star * Alex Scott is extraordinary -- John Sutherland How (Not) To Be Strong chronicles Alex Scott's journey from the East End to international football stardom and broadcasting mainstay with with candour and heart, revealing a vulnerable side to the driven athlete that the public seldom see * Waterstones.com Sports Books of the Year *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Cornerstone
Product notice
Paperback (UK-B)
Dimensions
Height: 191 mm
Width: 129 mm
Thickness: 22 mm
Weight
213 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-5291-5913-4 (9781529159134)
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Alex Scott
How (Not) To Be Strong
The inspirational instant Sunday Times Bestseller from the legendary Lioness
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09/2022
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Penguin (Cornerstone)
€9.49
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Person
Alex Scott MBE is an award-winning broadcaster and former professional footballer. She helped Arsenal in their historic 'quadruple' season, in which they won all of their trophy competitions, and was later appointed as the team's captain. She represented England in 140 appearances with the Lionesses, retiring as the second most-capped England player across the men's and women's game.
Alex is one of the UK's most in-demand presenters, appearing on The One Show, Children in Need, Sport Relief and ITV's The Games. In 2021, she made history as the first permanent female host of BBC's Football Focus. She is an ambassador for the BBC's mental health platform, Headspace, and holds honorary doctorates from the University of East London and University of Hertfordshire.
Alex is one of the UK's most in-demand presenters, appearing on The One Show, Children in Need, Sport Relief and ITV's The Games. In 2021, she made history as the first permanent female host of BBC's Football Focus. She is an ambassador for the BBC's mental health platform, Headspace, and holds honorary doctorates from the University of East London and University of Hertfordshire.