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The Book of Fred
- Narrated by: Andrew Flintoff
- Length: 5 hrs and 25 mins
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Summary
The hilarious new book from one of Britain's best-loved national treasures! As told by the man himself.
This isn't a book of life lessons. It's not going to tell you make your bed, or stand-up straight or any of that. There's no blueprint to follow here. But, at 43 years of age, and with a bit more time on his hands than usual, Freddie Flintoff has had a moment to reflect, and he's noticed that although there's been little method in the madness, there has been the occasional common thread.
The Book of Fred is filled with anecdotes, observations and the odd opinion all told with Fred's trademark humour and no-nonsense style. Fred's approach to life draws on the sublime (his series-winning performance in the 2005 Ashes) and the ridiculous (singing Elvis Presley's 'Suspicious Minds' in front of a live audience), from highs (making the transition to top TV presenter) to occasional lows (accidently upsetting the lovely Bruce Forsyth), from the profane (discussing Shane Warne's barnet with Hollywood royalty) to the profound (why 'having a go' leads to self-respect).
Throughout, Fred shares his code for success, happiness and a life fully lived, gleaned from half a lifetime of hard yakka on the wicket, in the dressing room, behind the wheel, in the boxing ring and even treading the boards of a stage musical. And he gives his listeners a laugh, some joy and (the occasional) pause for thought along the way.
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- Emily
- 18-10-22
not for me
This was a bit to jumpy for me, just didn't flow well read. sorry
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- Dave
- 07-04-22
I love TV Freddie but the real Freddie whines a lot
I didn’t enjoy the book sadly, maybe its because he did a lot of moaning about what he could have been, what he could have done and moaned about work and a lifestyle some people can only dream of.
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- Richard B.
- 16-01-22
Great listen
Would recommend this book to anyone true to freddie and his northern roots good in site into his life
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- Joe
- 15-12-21
A cracking read from a top bloke
Thoroughly enjoyed this memoir from Freddie…written and read with the classic north west twang and view of life. Open, honest and endearing Freddie narrated well giving us insight to his life. It has changed my opinion of him completely Top gear showed the flaws he describes about himself and it all makes sense to explain that dark side. He’s a genuinely top lad and so grounded in life, definitely one of your own and someone I admire more. It’s never easy when you’re a down to earth local lad to deal with the spotlight but Freddie’s done a great job. 10/10 for sharing your journey lad.
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- James
- 29-10-23
it's ok
it's just OK. Freddie is great but the book is just OK. I wouldn't recommend
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- Eliza
- 03-08-23
Good
Even though I don’t know anything about sports, I really enjoyed this book, especially since Freddie Flintoff narrated it himself.
It was jam packed full of great anecdotes and it was interesting, honest, funny and endearing
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- Amazon Customer
- 07-07-23
Great listen by a great man
Freddie is so honest it’s a great insight into fame and real mental health and how support was not there for Fred
A listen for anyone not just cricket fans
Funny, interesting and made me hungry for more from Fred
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- boogiebonce
- 03-05-23
my First audible
love this man so when I started my audible trial he was the first one I looked for. was not disappointed. very down to earth, easy listening just what I wanted for a day at work
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- Kevin.
- 21-03-23
L.R yorkshire
Read some of his books but enjoyed him reading this to me. Frank,honest,funny,heartwarming , sad. With funny stories and tender moments. What more could you want. An unapologetic mulling over of his life. Perhaps reviewing it has made him the man he is today. Hope it helps him recover his present problems. I enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing
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- Mr. D. J. Thornber
- 27-02-23
Loved it!
Refreshingly honest and very funny. Sad that I have finished it! Definitely worth the read / listen.
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