Belonging: The Autobiography

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Belonging is the story about how the boy from Mumbles became the most capped rugby union player of all time. But is it also about perthyn - belonging, playing for Wales, working your way through the age-grades and the club matches and regional sides. A complicated man but as he says at the end the book allows the reader to learn more about the man behind the legendary feats on the pitch. This personal dedication to developing character by working hard and achieving personal satisfaction was evident at a young age.

But is it also about perthyn - belonging: playing for Wales, working his way through the age grades and club rugby and his regional side.Brilliant, honest and combative, his autobiography, written with Tom Fordyce, is the story of one of the most compelling and singular figures in rugby. He is often presented in the media as being stand offish and not the shy and focused player that he sees himself to be.

Martin Johnson, former England rugby captain and World Cup winner 'An exceptional player and leader of men.His status within Wales and the wider rugby fraternity puts him on a par with other greats such as Barry/The King, Gareth, JPR, JJ, etc, and he is recognisable simply as “ Alun Wyn”. His success almost appears to come as a surprise to him but his single-minded approach, clearly helped by considerable ability, is what comes shining through, not least in his remarkable rehabilitation from injury to make it back onto the Lions tour of South Africa in 2021. Told with characteristic honesty, this is his unique personal story of what it takes and what it means to play for your country: what it means to belong. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. He emphasises the importance of taking control and creating a work ethic by training responsibly and eradicating complacency.

Most purchases from business sellers are protected by the Consumer Contract Regulations 2013 which give you the right to cancel the purchase within 14 days after the day you receive the item. But is it also about perthyn – belonging, playing for Wales, working your way through the age-grades and the club matches and regional sides. He felt the reaction to him giving his jacket to the freezing-cold mascot at the Wales-Ireland Grand Slam game was over the top. The coach gave him the nickname Wyn Togs, which became Gwyn Togs, a nod to the white Mizuno boots he wore at the time.Jones verteld ons zijn verhaal in een oprechte manier, verteld veel over spelers met wie hij heeft mogen spelen (zoals mijn grote held, Paul O'Connell) en wat hem heeft gebracht waar hij nu is. A good, gentle read providing a fairly candid insight into the mind of Alun Wyn Jones and his dedication to the game of rugby, to Wales, the thrill of Lions rugby and, probably most significantly, the character of Warren Gatland. It would also be an asset in schools and sports clubs as a practical text promoting motivation, determination and humility. From the tightness in your stomach to the look on your team-mates’ faces, the adrenaline starting to flow within.