Wark on: The Autobiography of John Wark - John Wark

WARK ON is the title of former Ipswich, Liverpool and Scotland footballer John Wark's autobiography. The book starts with John's childhood in Glasgow where football was his love instantly. He talks about the days when he played youth football and how he wanted to be a footballer from thn on. There is nothing of any real interest in this section as it's quite boring. Wark then explains why he signed for Ipswich Town and the benefits of their youth system. Making his professional debut was a highlight for him as he went on to become a Ipswich legend. It's interesting to read about footballers at slightly smaller clubs as they have to work harder for ...  Read the complete review

I roll my eyes when I hear the likes of Wayne Rooney or Steven Gerrard have Autobiographies coming out. What possible insight into the world of football can 23 year old Rooney possibly offer me, at least live a bit and actually get through your playing career before you dare to presume you have anything to say worth hearing. For me, a decent football biography has to be by someone who has lived a life worth reading about. Someone who has played the game to a close and has the many and varied experiences, bruises and memories that gives. This leads us nicely to John Wark; a football player many would have heard of thanks to his exploits in an Ipswich, Liverpool and ...  Read the complete review