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The Autobiography
Paperback / softback
Main Details
Title |
The Autobiography
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Sean Og O hAilpin
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Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:272 | Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 129 |
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Category/Genre | Hurling Gaelic football |
ISBN/Barcode |
9780241955918
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Classifications | Dewey:796.35 |
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Penguin Books Ltd
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Imprint |
Penguin Books Ltd
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Publication Date |
1 May 2014 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Ireland's most iconic hurler tells his own unique, gripping story Sean g hAilpin is a one-of-a-kind Irish sportsman, the iconic hurler of his generation. He became synonymous with Cork hurling during a period when the Rebel County reached the highest of highs and was regularly gripped by controversy. All of this would have seemed pretty unlikely when Sean g was born in Fiji in 1977. Now, Sean g tells his own story in his own words - a story every GAA fan has been waiting to read. Full of frank insights, Sean g's autobiography is not just an essential sporting story; it is an essential Irish story.
Author Biography
Sean g hAilpin has won five Munster titles, three All-Irelands and three All-Stars as a Cork hurler, as well as one Munster title as a footballer. He captained Cork to the 2005 All-Ireland title.
ReviewsA captivating tale of family, identity and belonging * Sunday Business Post * Hugely enjoyable * Evening Echo * Sean Og's autobiography is a fine read. What an extraordinary figure he is -- Sonia O'Sullivan Excellent ... a really enjoyable read -- Christy O'Connor * Evening Echo * Riveting * Irish Daily Star * This is Sean Og as he really is. Essential reading * Irish Examiner * A compelling, honest read that draws blood along the way ... a tale so rich that the wonder never leaves -- Michael Clifford * Irish Daily Mail *
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