All Blacks Don't Cry: A Story of Hope

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title All Blacks Don't Cry: A Story of Hope
Authors and Contributors      By (author) John Kirwan
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:240
Dimensions(mm): Height 233,Width 154
Category/GenreMemoirs
Coping With Personal Problems
ISBN/Barcode 9780143204800
ClassificationsDewey:616.85270092
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Penguin Group (NZ)
Imprint Penguin Books (NZ)
Publication Date 25 October 2010
Publication Country New Zealand

Description

John Kirwan was one of the most devastating wingers New Zealand, and world, rugby had ever seen. A prominent and revered figure at the dawn of the professional age of rugby, he seemed to live a charmed life. Nobody knew, though, that behind closed doors 'JK' was living a life of tormented fear. Afflicted with depression for many years - including those as a high-profile sportsman - Kirwan was able to survive by reaching out, seeking help from those closest to him. All Blacks Don't Cry is John Kirwan's story of hope, of working through the pain and living a full life - a poignant, inspirational and helpful example for anybody battling depression. 'I've been to hell and I'm back. If you're in that same place, then I understand what you're going through.'

Author Biography

Sir John Kirwan, one of the most devastating wingers that world rugby has ever seen, was an All Black from 1984 to 1994. He went on to coach of the Italian and Japanese national rugby teams, as well as the Auckland-based Super Rugby franchise The Blues. Following his playing career, JK became an advocate for depression awareness in New Zealand, fronting a high-profile TV campaign and authoring the bestselling memoir All Blacks Don't Cry.