{"title":"Nick Riewoldt","description":"\u003cp\u003eNick Riewoldt is a celebrated Australian figure whose impact extends beyond the football field into the literary world. Known for his illustrious career in Australian Rules Football, Riewoldt has channelled his experiences and insights into a compelling journey through words, providing readers with an intimate look into his personal and professional life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the \u003cem\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/em\u003e category, his work \u003cem\u003eThe Things That Make Us\u003c\/em\u003e stands out as an essential read. Through this book, Riewoldt shares the triumphs and challenges that have shaped him, offering a heartfelt account of his life. His writing vividly captures the highs and lows of elite sports and personal challenges, making it a fascinating read for sports enthusiasts and those interested in inspirational life stories alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNick Riewoldt’s ability to translate his life story into an engaging narrative showcases his talent beyond sports, inviting readers into his world with honesty and transparency. His books are perfect for anyone looking to explore the human side of sports legends and find motivation in the resilience and dedication that defines his journey.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-things-that-make-us-by-nick-riewoldt-9781760528201","title":"The Things That Make Us","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpdated with a new final chapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom No. 1 pick in the 2000 AFL draft, to six-time winner of St Kilda's best and fairest award, to five-time All Australian, to captaining his club for a record 220 games, to more than 330 games as a star of the AFL, Nick Riewoldt is an out-and-out champion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Things that Make Us\u003c\/em\u003e is Nick's autobiography, written with a deep intelligence and insight, and giving a fascinating perspective on his extraordinary life and career. As Nick describes it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'I hope there's something in these pages for everyone who's known grief, especially anyone who's lost a sibling. I hope, too, that my story brings a deeper understanding of a footballer's crazy world. An insight into what goes into making it, what it takes to stay there, and the crippling anxiety that can consume you when your burden is to accept only the best. I hope it paints a picture of what it's like to be the focus of acclamation and scandal, the good and bad of a searing spotlight, and how these experiences can bring out the best and worst in us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'I hope it honours my family - the German and Tasmanian sides with their stories of struggle and endurance - who are the essence of the book's title. I hope it gives thanks for the love I found on the other side of the world, and the beautiful next generation Cath and I are building together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'I hope above all that it honours my sister Maddie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'These are the things that made me.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Things That Make Us\u003c\/em\u003e is the intimate, powerful and revealing account of the life of an AFL superstar, and a classic in the making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846674862316,"sku":"9781760528201","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/22668953482814.jpg?v=1758917109"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/nick-riewoldt.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}