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The Autobiography (Hardcover)

by Martin Johnson (Author)
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  • Hardcover: 288 pages
  • Publisher: Headline Book Publishing; 2nd Edition edition (28 Nov 2003)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0755311868
  • ISBN-13: 978-0755311866
  • Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 16 x 4.2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 231,621 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Martin Johnson is the towering second row forward who has come to set the standards of what a modern, professional rugby player should do. His drive and physical presence mean that he is a natural leader on the pitch - and off it, too. In this autobiography he looks at how the sport has changed since going professional in 1995 and the issues this has raised. He explains why he led the England team to the brink of a strike in the autumn of 2000 and provides revealing insights into England's World Cup campaigns, the Lions tours and all the goings-on that make rugby the sport it is. Martin Johnson has achieved all there is to achieve in rugby since making his England debut in 1992. He has captained his club, Leicester, to all the major honours, winning four successive league titles (1999-2002) and two European cups (2001-2002); he's led England with huge success, including the 2003 Grand Slam, winning 74 caps by May 2003 and captaining the British Lions on two tours.


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Martin Johnson has achieved all there is to achieve in rugby since making his England debut in 1993. He has captained his club, Leicester, to all the major honours, winning four successive league title (1999-2002) and two European Cups (2001 and 2002); he's led England with huge success, including the 2003 Grand Slam and the 2003 World Cup, winning 84 caps by the end of 2003 and captained the British Lions on their last two tours.

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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars 'Frank' Martin Johnson, 23 Aug 2004
This review is from: Martin Johnson Autobiography (Paperback)
Typical Martin Johnson. This is the best autobiography I have read purely because of how frank Johnson is. It is refreshing to read honest opinions on everything from the state of the game of rugby, opposing teams, fans and referees as well as his own team mates. Johnson is not afraid to say what he wants about any subject. It is easy to see how he was picked as Lions captain in 97 and then England captain because of his strong work ethic and fearlessness on and off the pitch.

I found it hard to put this down as once you start reading it you want to follow his career from all the low points, ranging from leading a potential strike of the England team, his days as a junior Kiwi, stuggles at club level with injuries all the way to that amazing game in oz lifting the world cup. It is actually gripping stuff even for non rugby fans (my mum has now read it) which is a sign of true character as you can still get to know what makes this great leader tick without needing to know what the hell a rugby ball is. A rare quality and one definalty worth a read.

True Englishman in every sense of the word, Strong, Brave, brutely honest, polite, self confident and inspirational.

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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Salute to a fantastic captain!, 10 Dec 2003
Have read this autobiography prior to purchasing and it makes a fantastic read. Martin Johnson far surpasses any English rugby captain and deserves the title 'the best ever England rugby captain'. This book is a tribute to the success of Martin and is a must for avid England rugby fans, true fans will get a magnificent insight into this tower of strength who lead us to World Cup victory. You feel you are living with Martin as you progress through the book, the highs and lows and all the emotions that he went through! What an excellent autobiography!
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars As good as Johnson himself, 8 Mar 2005
By Mr. G. P. Preston "dazzlerg" (England) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Martin Johnson Autobiography (Paperback)
An absolutely brilliant book. As he did throughout his career, Johnson was never afraid to speak his mind and to give his opinion. He talks on a number of highly topical issues and gives a unique insight into some of the realities, which sometimes alot of fans forget, that face modern rugby players. You really feel that Johnson gave himself to this book and did not shirk honesty or detail at any point. An excellent read if you are a rugby fan, and even if you're not! 100% recommended.
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