Confessions of a Rugby Mercenary

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John Daniell

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Ebury Press
15 April 2009

Autobiography: arts & entertainment; Rugby Union

We do this for money and for the love of the game - but mainly for the money.

John Daniell is a rubgy mercenary. A brutal word for an often brutal game.

In 1996, when Rugby Union turned professional, John emigrated to France where he played for a decade in top competitions. His team ricocheted between fear and ecstasy, as they battled to save the club from relegation and their careers from the scrap heap.

Now he lifts the lid on the dark world of the journeyman player, where losing a home game is considered a crime, coaches and club owners will do anything to win, and agents ruthlessly manipulate players.

His compelling confessions are both shocking and funny, taking you behind the scenes, onto the field and into the very heart of the scrum.

By: John Daniell
Imprint: Ebury Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 126mm, Spine: 17mm
Weight: 188g
ISBN: 9780091930684
ISBN 10: 0091930685
Pages: 272
Publication Date: 15 April 2009
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

John Daniell is originally from New Zealand. When Rugby Union turned professional in 1996 he was one of the first players to emigrate to Europe. He spent over a decade playing in the top competitions in France, for his Montpellier team. He is now a freelance sports journalist, having also studied at Oxford. He lives in Paris and visits the UK frequently.

Reviews for Confessions of a Rugby Mercenary

'The best rugby book of the year' John Inverdale, Daily Telegraph 'A gem ... high on honesty and humour' Observer 'Riveting' Donald McRae, Guardian a darkly humourous account of a life of strife and flying fists with Montpelier Independent on Sunday Rugby fans are going to absolutely love it Sport Magazine