Lioness - My Journey to Glory

Name: Lioness - My Journey to Glory
Brand: Orion Publishing Co
SKU: 9781399611688
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Winner of the Sunday Times Sports Book Awards Autobiography of the Year 2023

By Beth Mead

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The Sunday Times bestseller and winner of the Sunday Times Sports Book Awards Autobiography of the Year 2023 Fully updated paperback edition, with two new chapters Lioness - My Journey to Glory by Beth Mead is an enthralling autobiography that takes readers on an unforgettable journey... Read More

Format: Paperback / softback

Lioness - My Journey to Glory

The inspirational memoir from the Lioness who led England to historic glory at the UEFA Women's Euro 2022.

Description

The Sunday Times bestseller and winner of the Sunday Times Sports Book Awards Autobiography of the Year 2023

Fully updated paperback edition, with two new chapters

Lioness - My Journey to Glory by Beth Mead is an enthralling autobiography that takes readers on an unforgettable journey through the life of one of football's brightest stars. From her humble beginnings as an enthusiastic young girl in Hinderwell, North Yorkshire to becoming a global football sensation, Mead's story is filled with determination, resilience, and triumph. Readers are given a heartfelt, behind-the-scenes look into the struggles and victories that have defined her career.

Beth Mead is celebrated for her incredible achievements on the field, including winning the Golden Boot and being named Player of the Tournament at the UEFA Euro 2022, England Player of the Year 2021-22, and Arsenal Player of the Season 2021-22. Her talent and hard work have earned her a nomination for the prestigious 2022 Ballon d'Or. Yet, behind these accolades lies a story of perseverance; from being dropped from the England squad to facing personal tragedies, Beth's journey is a testament to her indomitable spirit.

In this expertly crafted narrative, Mead opens up about the pivotal moments in her career. She sheds light on the influence of key figures like Jonas Eidevall and Sarina Wiegman in helping her rediscover her best form. The book is rich with positive lessons and offers an exclusive recount of England's victorious Euros campaign, providing readers of all ages with inspiration and insight into the highs and lows of a professional athlete's life.

Empowering, inspirational, and candid, this is not just a sports story but a human story that resonates on many levels. Beth's honesty about her challenges makes her relatable, her successes make her admirable, and her journey makes her unforgettable.

This paperback edition has been fully updated to include the details of the 2022-23 season, Beth's ACL injury and her remarkable recovery, as well as her reflections on the 2023 Women's World Cup. It also delves into how she overcame devastating personal challenges, emerging even stronger.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781399611688

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 March 2024

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Seven Dials

Contributors:

Foreword by Ian Wright

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 304

Collections

Beth Mead Biography & Memoir Non-Fiction Sports Biographies

About the Author

Beth Mead is a professional footballer playing for Arsenal WFC and the England Women's team. She was the top goalscorer in the UEFA Women's Euro 2022, which saw England crowned champions - their first international trophy since the 1966 Men's FIFA World Cup. She was also named Player of the Tournament and has since won England Women's Player of the Year and been nominated for the 2022 Ballon d'Or Feminin and the BBC Women's Footballer of the Year 2022. In February 2022 she launched the Beth Mead Scholarship with Teesside University to support students who have the potential to reach a professional level in women's football.