Jim Stynes & Jason Akermanis - autobiographies - hardbacks with dust jackets

Jason Akermanis – Open Season:

Say what you like about Jason Akermanis – footballer, showman, show-off, troublemaker u there’s no denying that he’s made an impression in his 15 years as an AFL star player. Now, after more than 300 games, three Premierships and a Brownlow Medal, the curtain has come down on his extraordinary career. No longer restrained by contractual obligations and free to speak at last, Aker reveals a no-holds-barred look at a stellar sporting career, including behind-the-scenes details of Aker’s falling out with Leigh Matthews, his move to the Western Bulldogs, run ins with fellow players, and his thoughts on the game. Interwoven throughout is the personal story of finding and reconciling with his biological father u a married man with a family of his own who lived next door. Told with trademark honesty and passion, this tell-all memoir is a must-have for all footy fans.

Jim Synes – My Journey:

Moving, thrilling, inspirational: the autobiography of Jim Stynes.

In July 2009, Jim Stynes was diagnosed with cancer and given less than a year to live. The diagnosis caught him by surprise – he was 42, healthy, fit – and he didn’t have time for illness: he was director of a foundation for young people, president of Melbourne Football Club, father of two primary school-aged kids, husband of Sam. Knowing his odds weren’t good, but with so much to lose, Jim put everything he had into trying to beat the disease.

He was well equipped to beat the odds – he’d been getting the most out of himself in every aspect of life since his childhood in Dublin. Jim’s ability to use mind over matter and his will to succeed gave him two extra years on the prognosis. He had more than 25 tumours removed from his brain and stomach, and defied expectations time and time again.

This book is Jim’s legacy. Unflinching in its detail, Jim talks about what he found out about himself when things were at their worst – about what really counts when you’re stacking it all up. It’s a moving, inspiring story of a life lived fearlessly.

Condition:

in good condition; covers are showing minor signs of wear; no rips, tears or marks – see photos for condition