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Running: The Autobiography
World snooker champion Ronnie O'Sullivan's frank and honest account of his astonishingly dramatic life.
Running is my drug. To be honest, drugs (and alcohol) used to be my drug, but now I've got the healthiest addiction going.
Running is what has helped me fight my demons, win five world snooker championships, and cope with all the crap life's thrown at me. They say what doe ...more
Running is my drug. To be honest, drugs (and alcohol) used to be my drug, but now I've got the healthiest addiction going.
Running is what has helped me fight my demons, win five world snooker championships, and cope with all the crap life's thrown at me. They say what doe ...more
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288 pages
Published
October 10th 2013
by Orion
(first published 2013)
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I'm quite a fan of both snooker and running, I'd read Ronnie's previous book and thought it was pretty good so thought I'd give this one a whirl. It's a fairly decent autobiography I suppose, I did think based on other reviews (and the title of course) that it might contain a bit more about his running passion but this wasn't as dominant as I was expecting. Ultimately, an individual like Ronnie can never be explained in a thousand volumes of autobiography so it's no surprise that the ups, downs,
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Jan 15, 2015
Claudia Serbanescu
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Captivanta chiar de la primele pagini. O recomand tuturor admiratorilor acestui sportiv.
Here is a misunderstood personality trying to live with personal demons. A warm honest account from a talented snooker player who has certainly not had a quiet past. Enjoyed discovering his other passion - running, and how it had driven him to succeed. Ronnie doesn't hold back as we discover his love/hate relationship with Barry Hearn. He talks frankly about going into rehab, although never offers justification for his erratic behaviour nor asks for sympathy. He comes across as a nicer guy than
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Running is a great, easy read. Especially if you're a massive fan of snooker and Ronnie O'Sullivan especially. Always loved watching him play snooker, the greatest player to have ever played the sport so I was really looking forward to reading this book. I didn't know quite how hard his life was and it just proves that money doesn't bring everyone happiness.
I have a massive amount of respect for Ronnie, even more after reading this book. Great genuine guy and a true sporting legend.
I have a massive amount of respect for Ronnie, even more after reading this book. Great genuine guy and a true sporting legend.
This is great in parts and dull in others making it a 3 star overall. The great parts are when Ronnie talks about his head and the depression and negative voices he has to battle every day. His negative voices are so critical, so vicious, it's incredible he holds himself together (just about) when he plays. His honesty is remarkable.
But the long sections about running are really really long, there's obv not much of a story here and Ronnie has always been open about what he thinks of other player ...more
But the long sections about running are really really long, there's obv not much of a story here and Ronnie has always been open about what he thinks of other player ...more
I am a massive fan of Ronnie, having followed his career almost my whole life. I read his first book quite quickly and enjoyed it. This one, however, I found quite boring. Although it gives a good insight into where Ronnie went during his year out, and how he dragged himself back from the darkness, I found it quite hard to commit to this book. Never the less, I read it. Disappointing.
Not my usual type of book but my Mum wanted to read it, so thought I'd tag along and I'm glad I did. It doesn't make for great literature, but it is honest and gives a great insight into a complex character and someone who has overcome lots of their own demons. Now reading 'The Chimp Paradox' as recommended in the book to help me get over some of my own!
a great read -I love Ronnie as a snooker player and I read "Ronnie" 12 yeas ago (cant believe it was 12 years ago!!!) Its great because it gives you an insight into the man, the runner, the father, family and his demons as well as his take on snooker. Its funny, sad, inspiring and it pulls at your heart. As someone who has battled with depression myself over the years its interesting to get some one else's take on how it affected them . Still my favourite snooker player by far - a fab book !!!
I read this immediately after the first. This highlighted changes in his views and life. It also made some sections seem repetitive. As with the first, I enjoyed the psychology.
Timing was fortuitous as he played Selby in the finals shortly after I finished.
Though, what happened to Del?
Timing was fortuitous as he played Selby in the finals shortly after I finished.
Though, what happened to Del?
After reading this book you will know why Ronnie is the way he is. You will understand his decisions, his behaviour during matches and why he loves running so much. It's a great insight into the life of (in my opinion) the greatest snooker player that ever lived.
I really enjoyed this book and loved Ronnie's honesty. The running parts I didn't mind as I could see how it has helped his recovery. An easy read and glad I know a little bit more about this great 'character' of snooker.
I thought this would be more interesting. I'm a big fan of Ronnie's but huge chunks of this book are devoted to his running. I know this is an important aspect of his life but is there anyone who bought his book because they wanted to know more about his running?
I also felt that the book was a bit bit disorganised and repetitive in places.
I also felt that the book was a bit bit disorganised and repetitive in places.
Not the greatest book ever but actually one of the better British autobiographies I've read. At least he lets you inside his head instead of the usual rubbish. Good read.
Mis-lead by the title. Not enough about running. More about his life, but he must have covered all the interesting bits on his first book, cos it's quite boring.
Good insight in to the mind of the champion that is Ronnie O'Sullivan and what he got up to after his 4th world title
A nice intriguing read with some dull parts. If you are a fan of snooker and Ronnie you should give it a try.
Dosc chaotyczna ksiazka, jak sam Ronnie. Ale warte przeczytania, nieco lepiej mozna zrozumiec tego pana
Feb 23, 2015
Paul
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I liked how this book is not about the snooker exploits of Ronnie O'Sullivan, but rather the other aspects of his life. It's good to see the other side of life for athletes. definitely a good read.
A book which gives you a glimpse into the mind of a troubled genius.
Mar 01, 2014
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A very good balanced book that reveals Ronnie both as a snooker player and a runner !
A good example of the benefits of living a balanced live, focusing on career goals, family, dealing with your inner demons and depression.
We might never imagine, nor understand the drama that a divorce and custody battle may bring to ones life. Ronnie explains it all very humbly.
I recommend this book to all snooker fans and runners. It will make you better understand The Rocket and help you focus better on yo ...more
A good example of the benefits of living a balanced live, focusing on career goals, family, dealing with your inner demons and depression.
We might never imagine, nor understand the drama that a divorce and custody battle may bring to ones life. Ronnie explains it all very humbly.
I recommend this book to all snooker fans and runners. It will make you better understand The Rocket and help you focus better on yo ...more
A fantastic journey into the daily life of one of the most fascinating British sport icon.
Loved it from start to finish !!!
Thank you Ronnie for such transparency.
Loved it from start to finish !!!
Thank you Ronnie for such transparency.
A man of contradiction and troubles. Can understand how running does help his thinking/health. Enjoyed the sections about running and his life, less so the ones about Snooker matches
As my rating suggests it was ok. Some interesting insights, and Ronnie's battle with his inner anxiety's is interesting. But it felt like the book covered about 5 stories which he told a few times.
Este o carte foarte bună, care relatează evenimentele importante din cariera autorului.
Aș recomanda-o doar pasionaților de snooker, pentru că ceilalți probabil se vor plictisi destul de repede!
Aș recomanda-o doar pasionaților de snooker, pentru că ceilalți probabil se vor plictisi destul de repede!
O autobiografie puternica, sensibila si nebuna, asa ca Ronnie!
O carte sincera, ca un dialog la un pahar de bere, in care am retrait atat mari meciuri de snooker, cat si lupta cu demonii interiori..
O carte sincera, ca un dialog la un pahar de bere, in care am retrait atat mari meciuri de snooker, cat si lupta cu demonii interiori..
An entertaining read. Bits about running, bits about snooker but sort of fades into patchiness towards the end.Enjoyed it but a dip into book rather than a read in one go one.
Fascinating story but keeps on repeating the same pattern so after halfway the rest was not that interesting. Disclaimer: I'm not a snooker fan
Jan 27, 2015
Claudia
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5 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
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Containes a shorter version of the previous one + new stuff mostly related to his second passion, running. Same candid and open style :)
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Ronnie O'Sullivan is widely regarded as the most gifted snooker player ever. In May 2012 he won the World Championship and announced his retirement. He then returned in May 2013, having not played for a year, to win the World Championship for a fifth time.
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