- Hardcover: 224 pages
- Publisher: Headline Book Publishing (6 Sep 2001)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0747243425
- ISBN-13: 978-0747243427
- Product Dimensions: 25.4 x 19.8 x 3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 125,187 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Ever since Vinnie Jones was pictured squeezing a sensitive handful of Paul Gascoigne in 1987, he has been marked down as one of the hard men of British Football. But the story of how Jones progressed from a hod carrier on a building site to an FA Cup winner and captain of Wales is about more than his willingness to rush in where angels fear to tread. This honest biography covers a troubled upbringing and home life--his anguish at the failure of his parents' marriage and the trials of his own marriage--as well as his exploits on the pitch. From the Gazza incident--"I just moved my left arm backwards and grabbed"--to his seemingly never-ending urge to get involved over and above the call of duty: "I've always identified with the characters like Ian Wright much more than with people like Glenn Hoddle", this is Vinnie in the raw. Jones has now built a career off the pitch, not least as an actor, but whatever the future holds for him, that picture of him and Mr Gascoigne will permanently ensure him a mention, honourable or otherwise, in the story of football. --Nick Wroe
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Often criticised for his aggressive behaviour on the football pitch over the 13 years of his playing career, he turned his natural intimidating presence to stunning effect when he starred as Big Chris in Guy Ritchie's huge cult classic "Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels". His screen debut catapulted him to new levels of stardom, and suddenly he was off to Hollywood and being touted as the successor to the ageing Arnie and Stallone. Yet despite all the profiles, no one has ever got close to revealing the man behind the image. In this revealing autobiography, he talks about his love for his wife Tanya, and how he has coped with his new life but still remained at heart one of the lads.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Everyone remembers Vinnie Jones as the lad squezing Gazza's gibblets, however his autobiography shines a light on the tough past of one of England's brightest stars. Taking account his humble origins and traveling just prior to the filming of "Mean Machine," Vinnie: My Life is an insightful read that contains all of Vinnie's humor and emotion. Besides being a striking book, Vinnie's ability to narrate his life is remarkably brilliant. A very fluid read from beginning to end, I highly recommend this book.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I dont think Vinnie was all together truthful to extent of his bullying on or off the field.where ever he went there was bullying of some sorts,not a good example for the want to be footballers,he was certainly a hard man to play against and not always because of the reputation of being a good footballer, he let his team down at every game because of his intent on winning even though it involved bad fouls and could on more than one occation done serious harm to other players.In my opinion not a man to be admired,this is not what football should be about and certainly gives a bad example to youngsters who seriously follow the game.I wonder how many past footballers are today having injury problems caused by deliberate dirty fouls off Vinnie Jones.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is so good for so many reason. Funny, true, moving and "its been emotional". It describes Jones' childhood through his painful eyes up to the point where he starts his film career. It is very honest about a lot of things and it made me respect Jones as a person and as a player. If you dont like football you should consider reading it as Jones has to overcome a lot of hurdles in his life and he was still portrayed as a monster by the media, which is unjust, he is just a man trying to make the most of a life that was a bit cruel. He's a sensitive man as well which may suprise a lot of people.
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WOW
This is one if not the best autobiographies that I have ever read! The emotions running through it are amazing. Read more
Published on 16 April 2008 by Mrs. S. I. Morgan
From rags to riches.
From a broken home right through to Hollywood,this book offers a great insight into what the boy Jones is all about. Read more
Published on 7 Dec 2006 by S. Knight
WOW!
this book is amazing! i could not put it down! vinnie has had an amazing life! get this book now!!!!
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Published on 5 Nov 2005 by georgie
Jones is the man
Everyone remembers Vinnie Jones as the lad squezing Gazza's gibblets, however his autobiography shines a light on the tough past of one of England's brightest stars. Read more
Published on 17 Dec 2002
entertaining, humorous, enlightening book about the author
The more I read this book, the more tears comes out of my eyes. The author describes his childhood and professional career in a vividly, emotional,triumphing detail. Read more
Published on 9 July 2001
Vinnie the Hardman? Not anymore...
As a Leeds fan, I couldn't resist buying this book, and I was surprised at the content. Although filled with the expected content of footballing memories, as so many other books... Read more
Published on 21 Dec 2000 by mark_campbell16@hotmail.com
Hard man Vinnie goes all out.
Here soccers hardest man will give you insight in what it means to be a footballer. What it means, emotionally and more, to be redcarded and then to be given abuse from all angels. Read more
Published on 8 Dec 2000 by rebelmania21@yahoo.com
Once I Picked it Up I Couldn't Put It Down
A back street boy from a broken home, a hod-carrier who became the Captain Of Wales, a loving husband who has experienced more tears than laughs. Read more
Published on 27 Oct 2000
Worthy
As he says himself he is no intellectual and there are plenty of lads' anecdotes but no deep insights. I also suspect he glosses over some of his worst misdeeds. Read more
Published on 4 Dec 1999
Great read
Being too young to remember all of Vinnie's careeer highlights (and lows!) I found this book fascinating to read. Read more
Published on 14 Nov 1999
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