Redemption

From Iron Bars to Ironman

von Mark Turley, John McAvoy

320 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Fascinating, frightening and inspirational autobiography of former career criminal, world-record holder and endurance athlete John McAvoy. Huge appeal to readers of various genres, but especially sport and true crime.Written with renowned sportswriter Mark Turley. Read and discover how:- John's uncle Micky was one of the key players in the legendary Brinks-Mat gold bullion caper- John bought his first gun at 16 and carved out a lucrative career in armed robbery - at one point he was one of Britain''s most-wanted men- Two spells in prison and the death of a friend on a botched heist changed his path- During his second stint in jail he discovered a miraculous natural talent while serving life in the Belmarsh high security unit - John broke three world rowing records while still an inmate- After his release he transformed his life, becoming one of the UK's leading Ironman competitorsRedemption is a first-hand and fast-paced account of a life turned around - the ultimate story of sporting salvation.

• Themen: Sport & Freizeit Leichtathletik, Turnen und verwandte Sportarten Leichtathletik Multidisziplinäre Sportarten
• ISBN: 9781836802495
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 06.10.2025
• Größe: 196 x 128 mm
• Verlag: Pitch Publishing Ltd