Description
| Product ID: | 9781035023844 |
| Product Form: | Hardback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Title: | Kammy |
| Subtitle: | My Unbelievable Life |
| Authors: | Author: Chris Kamara |
| Page Count: | 352 |
| Subjects: | Autobiography: arts and entertainment, Autobiography: arts & entertainment, Autobiography: sport, Memoirs, Social discrimination and social justice, Ethnic groups and multicultural studies, Ethnic studies, Sporting events and management, Association football (Soccer), Autobiography: sport, Memoirs, Social discrimination & inequality, Ethnic minorities & multicultural studies, Black & Asian studies, Sporting events & management, Football (Soccer, Association football), United Kingdom, Great Britain, Yorkshire, c 1945 to c 2000 (Post-war period), 21st century |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating The revelatory story of Chris Kamara, from his successful footballing career to his reinvention as one of Britain’s best-loved broadcasters. <p><b>THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER<br>Winner of Sports Autobiography of the Year<br>Foreword by Ben Shephard<br><br>‘Everyone loves Kammy . . . Full of humour and endless blunders’ – <i>The Times</i><br>'What a man, what a life, what a story, and what a great read' – Paddy</b> <b>McGuinness</b><br><br><b>Presenter, commentator, (sometimes masked) singer, footballer, manager and campaigner, Kammy has done it all. His irrepressible enthusiasm – and a couple of legendary gaffes on Sky Sports – have seen him become broadcasting royalty.</b><br><br>Now Kammy reveals all in this funny and moving autobiography. What happens when you double cross José Mourinho? What it’s like to play with Vinnie Jones? Who comes off better: Kammy or a rampaging gorilla? How did Kammy end up releasing his own top-ten record? What's the real story behind his infamous line, 'I don't know, Jeff!'?<br><br>But despite the crazy tales, it hasn't all been plain sailing. Kammy had a tough upbringing, faced racism during his playing career and has, in recent years, dealt with a rare brain condition – apraxia – that has affected his speech and seen him say goodbye to Sky Sports. Relating his battle against the condition, Kammy shows how he’s met every challenge with courage, determination and his infectious smile.<br><br>Packed with hilarious stories and featuring a cast of famous names, from Elton John to Channing Tatum, this is a book about friendship, courage and why it's always important to have a good laugh.<br><br><b>'A talented (and daft) lad from the Boro who has entertained the nation for decades, on and off the pitch. So get the tissues ready – this book will make you laugh and cry in equal measure' –</b> <b>Steph McGovern</b></p> |
| Imprint Name: | Macmillan |
| Publisher Name: | Pan Macmillan |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2023-11-09 |