**Unleash the Grit and Humor: Experience the Rugby Life with Donncha O’Callaghan in *Joking Apart*** Go beyond the roar of the crowd and the thunderous tackles with Donncha O’Callaghan’s revealing autobiography, *Joking Apart: My Autobiography*. This isn’t just another sports memoir; it’s a candid and often hilarious journey through the highs and lows of a remarkable rugby career, penned by a man known as much for his wit as his unwavering commitment on the field. O’Callaghan, a legend of Munster and Irish rugby, opens up about the relentless dedication it took to reach the pinnacle of the sport. He shares the untold stories behind his Grand Slam victory, Heineken Cup wins, and Lions tours, revealing the personal struggles and fierce competition that shaped him into a world-class player. *Joking Apart* digs deep into the challenges O’Callaghan faced in his early years, battling for a place in the Munster squad and overcoming setbacks with the Irish national team. He pulls no punches, offering honest insights into his relationships with coaches, teammates, and rivals, providing a rare glimpse into the inner workings of professional rugby. But this book is more than just a rugby story. O’Callaghan paints a vivid picture of his childhood in Cork, shaped by the early loss of his father and the unwavering strength of his mother, Marie. He shares the values that guided him, offering a powerful message about resilience, family, and the importance of staying true to yourself. With its blend of humor, heart, and unwavering honesty, *Joking Apart* is a captivating read for rugby fans and anyone seeking an inspiring story of determination. Discover the man behind the jersey and gain a newfound appreciation for the sacrifices, the camaraderie, and the sheer grit required to succeed at the highest level. This is the definitive autobiography of a true Irish rugby icon. Published in 2012.
Joking Apart: My Autobiography
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Donncha OCallaghan is one of Irelands leading international rugby players, and a stalwart of the Munster side. He was a key figure in the Irish team which won the IRB 6 Nations Grand Slam in 2009, and has won two Heineken Cup medals and a Magners League title with Munster. But that success did not come easy. For a player who has been capped more than 70 times for Ireland, won two Heineken Cups with Munster, and been on two Lions tours, his long battle to make a breakthrough at the highest level is largely unknown. In this revealing autobiography, Donncha talks in detail about the personal setbacks and disappointments at Munster and the unconventional ways he dealt with the frustration of not making the team for four of five years in his early 20s. He had a parallel experience with Ireland where it took him nearly six years to get from fringe squad member to established first choice player. Here he talks candidly about his relationships with the coaches who overlooked him and the second row rivals who kept him on the bench. Donncha talks with great warmth about a hectic childhood that was shaped by the death of his father when he was only six years old. Unusually for a Cork rugby player, he came from a working class background and one of the heroes of his story is his mother Marie who showed incredible strength and resourcefulness to rear a family of six on her own. Often regarded as “the joker in the pack,” Donncha has worked hard, with dedication and intensity, to reach the high standards required of a professional rugby player. There have been many highs and lows along the way. His autobiography is a fascinating account of a storming career, filled with anecdotes about the players and managers he has worked with. This is the full picture, showing sides of the man that will be unfamiliar to followers of Irish rugby and will surprise the reader.
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| ISBN-10 | 1848270968 |
| ISBN-13 | 9781848270961 |
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| Pages | 352 |
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| Weight | 599 |
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