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My Adventurous Life

By Dick Smith
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My Adventurous Life by Dick Smith is a captivating autobiography that chronicles the thrilling journey of an Australian entrepreneur and aviator. The book offers an exciting glimpse into Dick Smith's adventurous spirit, showcasing his daring achievements and pioneering ventures across various fields, from business to exploration. It's a compelling tale of determination, risk-taking, and the relentless pursuit of dreams.
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You might enjoy this book if you're passionate about trailblazing adventures and remarkable personal achievements. The author shares captivating stories from his extraordinary life, reflecting on his groundbreaking endeavours and fearless spirit. It's a compelling read for anyone inspired by bold pursuits and the resilience required in overcoming life's challenges.

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My Adventurous Life

Entrepreneur, adventurer, philanthropist ... Australian icon Dick Smith shares his extraordinary life story for the first time.

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'Part Bear Grylls, part Bill Gates, but 100% Aussie larrikin. Dick is a great innovator, philanthropist and adventurer, who in my eyes can do no wrong.' - Paul Hogan

'Businessman, adventurer, philanthropist . . . Dick Smith is a true Australian legend.' - Greg Mortimer OAM

'I have been charmed by good fortune to be born in Australia in the 1940s. I have lived through a time of great prosperity and every day I am reminded of my good luck.'

Dick Smith is a remarkable and proud Australian. He has been part of our national consciousness for over fifty years as an innovative and astute businessman, a ground-breaking adventurer, a generous philanthropist and a provocateur for the causes he feels deeply about. Yet, despite his great successes and achievements, Dick has remained down to earth and close to his roots.

So how did the young boy who was one of the most academically hopeless in class become the national living treasure he is today? And what was it within that kid with a speech impediment that allowed him to create three successful businesses, and take on some of the world's greatest and most dangerous aviation challenges?

In My Adventurous Life, Dick shares his inspiring story and the lessons he's learned about staying true to yourself. He has welcomed the freedoms that wealth brings, but has found the simple life more fulfilling. His responsibility is to the world and the people we share it with.

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My Adventurous Life by Dick Smith is generally praised for its engaging storytelling and vivid recounting of his remarkable journeys and entrepreneurial achievements. Reviewers appreciate Dick Smith's candidness and the insights he shares about overcoming challenges and pursuing passions. The biography is noted for its inspiration and motivational quality, appealing to readers interested in adventure and entrepreneurship.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760878894

Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 November 2021

Country: Australia

Imprint: Allen & Unwin

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 859g

Pages: 352

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Biography & Memoir Business & Entrepreneurship Dick Smith Non-Fiction Start-ups & Entrepreneurship

About the Author

Dick Smith is the entrepreneurial businessman who founded Dick Smith Electronics, Australian Geographic and Dick Smith Foods. A Companion of the Order of Australia, an Australian of the Year and one of the National Trust's Living Treasures, he is an aviator who has flown five times around the world, including the first solo helicopter circumnavigation, and across Australia and the Tasman Sea by balloon.

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