Tackle this cracking read. (It's in the Blood: My Life - Lawrence Dallaglio)

Member Name: thejazzyj

Product:	It's in the Blood: My Life - Lawrence Dallaglio
Date:	15/09/09 (28 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Interesting, frank, well written

Disadvantages: None

As an avid rugby fan I have recently read 3 autobiographies , Dallaglio's, Martin Johnson's and Jonny Wilkinson's. For me Dallaglio's was the bes read by some distance.

Looks
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The cover of this book features a closeup of Lawrence in the rain playing for Wasps issuing a rallying cry to the troops. I think this captures the man perfectly and this view is further enhanced by reading the book. The back cover is a great shot of Dallaglio picking up from the back of the scrum for England vs New Zealand.

Format
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The book starts right at the beginning of Dallaglio's life and chronicles his rugby career from the very beginnings through to the end of his playing days. The book is frank and to the point. Nothing is overlooked and you do feel like you know the man. Although the matches are well described and a great insight into what goes on on the field for me the most interesting parts were the accounts of what goes on away from the field of play.

Star Moments
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I loved the account of Dallaglio's first involvement with England Schools. I think everyone can relate to the emotions involved. i won't say anymore - read it ;)

Value
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446 pages of cracking read for £6 - Bargain!

Summary: Brilliant insight into a top sportsman