The biography of the late robert enke, rengs and german national team goalkeeper, was. Ronald reng had won the william hill sports book of the year for a life too short the tragedy of robert enke, the biography of his friend. Enke s life was memorialized by ronald reng in the biography a life too short. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. On 10 november 2009 the german national goalkeeper, robert enke, stepped in front of a passing train. A life too short is a sports biography about as much as bs johnsons classic the unfortunates is a sports novel. Reng was the first nonenglish speaking author in 23 years to win the award. Also read 5 biographies that you must read and have on your bookshelves. The tragedy of robert enke ronald reng many books have received the praise it transcends the world of sport, but to describe a life too short.
Many books have received the praise it transcends the world of sport, but to describe a life. Enke had spent long periods skilfully hiding the depression that ultimately made. The goalkeeper stands with his hands on his hips, an abject sign of loneliness as the scoreboard lights up saying that the one team has gone four nil up. Oct 07, 2011 the writer ronald reng, who was a friend of enkes and took on the task of recounting his story in the exceptional book, a life too short the tragedy of robert enke, has been taken aback by. It should be on every british football fans reading list. The book details the life of robert enke, particularly focusing on enkes struggle with depression. Enkes story is told by his close friend ronald reng, a journalist with whom he had been working on a book. On november 10, 2009 the german national goalkeeper, robert enke, stepped in front of a passing train. Sep 29, 2011 a life too short is a sports biography about as much as bs johnsons classic the unfortunates is a sports novel.
Winner of the william hill sports book of the year, the biography of robert enke, the international footballer with the world at his feet who took his own lifehere, awardwinning writer ronald reng pieces together the puzzle of his lost friends life. Tragically, reng was left with the task of writing the book alone after enke took his own life after battling severe depression throughout his career. In life s too short, grace saunders shares her shortcuts to success at work, at home and at play, along with terrific tips from those in the know. Awardwinning writer ronald reng pieces together the puzzle of his friends life, shedding valuable light on the crushing pressures endured by professional sportsmen and on life at the top clubs.
Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then people will find new books that are right for them. Lifechanging biographies of legendary sports persons you. Eloquent and sensitive story does justice to robert enke and his. In a life too short, awardwinning writer ronald reng pieces together the puzzle of his lost friends life. At its heart, enke s tragedy is a universal story of a man struggling against his demons. The tragedy of robert enke ebook written by ronald reng.
It not only brings out the dangers and problems of depression but also the glory of the german national goalkeeper. Rengs is one of the best sports books to have been published in years westdeutsche read more. The book won the william hill sports book of the year in 2011. A life too short the tragedy of robert enke by ronald reng, on the life of the late german goalkeeper robert enke. Of his books, two have been translated to english and both of them have been honored with. A life too short by ronald reng penguin books australia. The best books ive read on german football all sports. Rengs biography of the late german national goalkeeper robert enke, a life too short. This book is not just inspiring but also a perfect guide to never give up. Enke was destined to be his countrys first choice for years to come. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. At its heart, enkes tragedy is a universal story of a man struggling against his demons.
The tragedy of robert enke is a 2012 biography by ronald reng about the hannover 96 captain and germany goalie robert enke, who committed suicide after six years of depression on 10 november 2009. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. The tragedy of robert enke reprint by reng, ronald isbn. Winner of the william hill sports book of the year, the biography. One mans controversial story of life in the english premiership by ronald reng while beloved of football hipsters, the bundesliga has always lacked a landmark english language tv show to really generate significant interest in the uk and ireland.
Winner of the william hill sports book of the year winner of the british sports book awards football book of the year why does an international footballer with the world at his feet decide to take his own life. Our cheap used books come with free delivery in the uk. On 10 november 2009 the german goalkeeper robert enke kissed his baby daughter leila, said goodbye to his wife, teresa, and left the house. As the sporting world digests the news of the death of gary speed, the former leeds and newcastle midfielder and lattermanager of the welsh national team, the william hill sports book of the year has been awarded to the german sports writer ronald reng for a life too short. The author, a journalist and friend of robert enke, looks deeply, but never intrusively, into enkes history to reveal the all too human side that may otherwise be missed when a celebrity takes his or her own life. The tragedy of robert enke ronald reng is a german sports journalist and author. His suicide, at the age of 32, was the culmination of a long struggle with depression a trajectory described in a new and moving book, a life too short. The tragedy of robert enke english translation 2011 by ronald reng isbn. He was thirtytwo years old and a devoted husband and father. A poignant elegy to a friend, a life too short is surely one of the most deserving winners ever of the william hill sports prize. Eloquent and sensitive story does justice to robert enke. A life too short the tragedy of robert enke out of stock a biography of the late robert enke, a german international goalkeeper who played for a number of clubs in germany and other countries and who was regarded was one of the best keepers of his generation. Why does an international footballer with the world at his feet decide to take his own life. The tragedy of robert enke by ronald reng, in very good condition.
Robert enke committed suicide following a severe bout of depression, but it would be such a shame to let that define him, and this book sets out to understand what came before the tragedy. Nov 15, 2015 the 50 best sports books ever written. The best football books were not talking about biographies here, but books about the beautiful game. The tragedy of robert enke by ronald reng keeper of dreams. Robert enke committed suicide following a severe bout of depression and this book sets out to understand what came before the tragedy. The biography is written by the awardwinning writer, ronald reng, who is also the sports stars close friend. The tragedy of robert enke audiobook by ronald reng. W hen the announcement was made on monday afternoon that ronald reng had won the william hill sports book of the year for a life too short. Its about a short life in sport but much more about life than sport. Robert enke was an international goalkeeper who played for some of the worlds best teams, including a spell at barcelona under louis van gaal, but he also. The tragedy of robert enke and over one million other books are available for amazon kindle. But football runs through the heart of enkes story and this book belongs to the first rank of publications on the game of minds and souls that exists behind the beautiful game that is seen on the field. But football runs through the heart of enke s story and this book belongs to the first rank of publications on the game of minds and souls that exists behind the beautiful game that is seen on the field.
As a football fan i found this heart wrenching to read that even a man as great and successful as robert enke can still be haunted by dark thoughts and demons. But beneath the bright veneer of success lay a darker story. Reng brings into sharp relief the specific demands and fears faced by those who play toplevel sport. It is also a reminder that, for all the status and all the luxury which come with being a professional footballer, those lucky enough to make a career from the game are still human beings, too tom hopkinson people one of the most remarkable sports books ever written. Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read. The tragedy of robert enke book online at best prices in india on. Ronald reng this title presents a biography of robert enke, the german goalkeeper who took his own life. Nov 28, 2011 w hen the announcement was made on monday afternoon that ronald reng had won the william hill sports book of the year for a life too short the tragedy of robert enke, the biography of his. They had met during enke s stint at barcelona, where.
The tragedy of robert enke by ronald reng at indigo. Eloquent and sensitive story does justice to robert enke and. The writer ronald reng, who was a friend of enke s and took on the task of recounting his story in the exceptional book, a life too short the tragedy of robert enke, has been taken aback by. Tragedy of goalkeeper robert enkes secret struggle.
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