Customer Reviews
You'll read it because it's Johnno.... - By: J. Dowson, 18 Jul 2008 
.....but I'm afraid you will be disappointed. He tells us practicallly nothing about himself & what he does tell we already know. The book reads like a chronology of events rather than the inner thoughts of a sporting hero. But what do you expect from the silent man mountain? Austin Healy, although not in the same league as a rugby legend, did produce a far more enjoyable & revealing account of life as a rugby star.
Johno is god - By: BGB, 22 Nov 2007 
This book is a must for alll fans of the true rugby. Union. This book gives a great account of Johno as a human being & not some egotistical superstar. At a time when rugby union was a farce of international proportions before they went professional. The transition from schoolboy to world cup winner is a fantastic story. I salute you sir, a great captain for England & a great read too.
As good as Johnson himself - By: Mr. G. P. Preston, 09 Mar 2005 An absolutely brilliant book. As he did throughout his career, Johnson was never afraid to speak his mind & to give his opinion. He talks on a number of highly topical issues & gives a unique insight into some of the realities, which sometimes alot of fans forget, that face modern rugby players. You reallly feel that Johnson gave himself to this book & did not shirk honesty or detail at any point. An excellent read if you are a rugby fan, & even if you're not! 100% recommended.
Great Read - By: elizabeth, 05 Dec 2004 its a brilliant read for any one not just rugby fans but any one who wants a brilliant excitin funny read from a tuley honnest man!
'Frank' Martin Johnson - By: , 23 Aug 2004 Typical Martin Johnson. This is the best autobiography I have read purely because of how frank Johnson is. It is refreshing to read honest opinions on everything from the state of the game of rugby, opposing teams, fans & referees as well as his own team mates. Johnson is not afraid to say what he wants about any subject. It is easy to see how he was picked as Lions captain in 97 & then England captain because of his strong work ethic & fearlessness on & off the pitch.
I found it hard to put this down as once you start reading it you want to follow his career from alll the low points, ranging from leading a potential strike of the England team, his days as a junior Kiwi, stuggles at club level with injuries alll the way to that amazing game in oz lifting the world cup. It is actuallly gripping stuff even for non rugby fans (my mum has now read it) which is a sign of true character as you can still get to know what makes this great leader tick without needing to know what the hell a rugby balll is. A rare quality & one definalty worth a read.
True Englishman in every sense of the word, Strong, Brave, brutely honest, polite, self confident & inspirational.
