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Lucky

By: Ed Jackson
Narrated by: Ed Jackson
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‘What a story and what an inspirational human. Ed is a total legend.’ Joe Wicks

‘A life-affirming story . . . inspirational’ Tim Peake

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From tragedy to triumph, one step at a time – an inspirational story of triumph over adversity against the odds

At just 28 years old, Ed Jackson was told he would never walk again. After a miscalculated dive into a pool, he suffered multiple cardiac arrests, a broken neck and a partially severed spinal cord. Lying paralysed in intensive care, the former rugby player knew his life would never be the same. But he wasn’t ready to give up hope.

Driven by relentless determination, Ed embarked on an incredible journey to independence. Millimetre by millimetre, he began to regain movement in his fingers and toes. Defying the expectations of even the most optimistic doctors, step by step, Ed began to walk again.

Fuelled by a renewed appreciation for life and a determination to help others suffering similar injuries to his own, Ed set his sights on a new challenge: mountaineering. Embarking on a gruelling climb to raise funds for a spinal unit in Kathmandu, Ed realises that, once again, the odds are stacked against him. Will he be able to overcome his own life-changing injury and transform others’ lives for the better?

Lucky is the story of how Ed faced the impossible when it seemed all hope was lost, and shows how you, too, can overcome the biggest challenges that life sends your way.

Lucky was a Sunday Times bestseller in the w/b August 9th 2021

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Climbing & Mountaineering Outdoors & Nature People with Disabilities Personal Development Personal Success Sports Inspiring Heartfelt Nepal Extreme Sports

Critic reviews

‘What a story and what an inspirational human. Ed is a total legend.’ Joe Wicks

‘A life-affirming story . . . inspirational’ Tim Peake

‘Brilliant… It’s inspirational and I really recommend it.’ Katie Piper

‘One of the most uplifting and inspirational memoirs you’ll ever read’ Daily Mail

‘[A] story of endurance and determination’ Radio Times

‘Early in Lucky, Jackson notes that “Life is an adventure and sometimes the path disappears; push on and make your own path.” This truly inspirational book will have you quoting that life affirming line to everyone you know.’ Bristol Post

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What an amazing man, with a wonderful family, friends, professionals and supporters. So beautifully told. I couldn’t stop listening to it. You can’t Gail to be inspired by this.

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What a great listen,absolutely inspirational.
Really gives you a perspective on life & makes you realise what can be achieved.

Amazing!!

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A truly inspiring book that everyone should read.Ed shows that you should never give up.

Inspiring story

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After learning about Ed’s story from a friend that worked with him at the Bath RUH and then meeting briefly on a hike going in different directions last year as soon I heard about this book I knew it was a must and it did not disappoint! Very Inspirational stuff!

Inspiring!

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I came across Ed on James Haskells podcast and was intrigued by what he has gone through, I have thoroughly enjoyed listening to this book, shedding a year here and there .. a key reminder of how short life is and what you are able to do with it. Ed is an inspiration to anyone who doesn’t feel good enough and shows that with a strong mental attitude anything is possible. What an incredible story told by an incredible man.

Inspirational

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