Please Don't Go Big John's Journey Back to Life

Hardback (07 Oct 2010)

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Publisher's Synopsis

In July 2009, former Celtic and Wales soccer star John Hartson was diagnosed with testicular cancer, which had also spread to his lungs and brain. But before his treatment even began, John came to the brink of death after contracting pneumonia, ceasing to breathe and undergoing emergency brain surgery. Against all the odds, he pulled through, and inPlease Don't Gohe documents his incredible fight for life.

Profoundly moving, John's own story is interwoven with the poignant recollections of his pregnant wife, Sarah, as well as with extracts from his sister Victoria's personal diary. This remarkable book covers the five-week period during which John's survival was most in jeopardy.

John's truly inspirational account of how he has managed to overcome a very aggressive form of cancer will offer hope and courage to others affected by the disease. It is a touching and ultimately uplifting insight into the bravery of the popular football hero, who has fought back to full health in the face of adversity.

About the Publisher

Mainstream Publishing

Mainstream was founded in Edinburgh in 1978 by Bill Campbell and Peter MacKenzie who continue to run the company. It is the leading non-fiction publishing house based in Scotland. With particular emphasis on memoir, true crime, sport, current affairs and health, the list features prominent names such as Nicholas Parsons, Gordon Brown, Hunter Davies, Sir Ian Botham, Shane Warne and Jan de Vries.

Book information

ISBN: 9781845966805
Publisher: Mainstream Publishing
Imprint: Mainstream Publishing
Pub date:
DEWEY: 362.196994630092
DEWEY edition: 22
Language: English
Number of pages: 239
Weight: 468g
Height: 243mm
Width: 162mm
Spine width: 24mm