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No Nonsense

The Autobiography

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No Nonsense

By: Joey Barton
Narrated by: Joey Barton
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THE CROSS SPORTS BOOK AWARDS AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF THE YEAR
A SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER

'Brilliant, gripping, beautifully written, real,' says Jonathan Northcroft.


So, you think you know Joey Barton. Think again.

No Nonsense is a game-changing autobiography which will redefine the most fascinating figure in British football. It is the raw yet redemptive story of a man shaped by rejection and the consequences of his mistakes. He has represented England, and been a pivotal player for Manchester City, Newcastle United, Queens Park Rangers, Marseille, Burnley and Glasgow Rangers, but his career has featured recurring controversy. The low point of being sent to prison for assault in 2008 proved to be the catalyst for the re-evaluation of his life.

No Nonsense reflects Barton’s character – it is candid, challenging, entertaining and intelligent. He does not spare himself, in revealing the formative influences of a tough upbringing in Liverpool, and gives a survivor’s insight into a game which, to use his phrase, 'eats people alive'. The book is emotionally driven, and explains how he has redirected his energies since the birth of his children. In addition to dealing with his past, he expands on his plans for the future. The millions who follow his commentaries on social media, and those who witnessed him on BBC’s Question Time, will be given another reason to pause, and look beyond the caricature.

'Compelling' Donald McRae, Guardian

'Brilliant' Matt Lawton, Daily Mail
©2017 Joey Barton (P)2017 Simon & Schuster Audio UK
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Joe Barton gets a lot of stick and some of it rightly deserved. But there are two sides to every story and he is brutally honest in this book, for better or for worse. Without a doubt, anyone who wants to judge him must read this first to have any credibility in their views. I found this book fascinating and gripping. Highly recommended.

Brilliant and Honest Account

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great narrative by the man himself, top bloke, interesting read. don't believe the press picture of Joey. Lee, AFC Bournemouth fan (so no bias here!)

Great Listen

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such an interest individual a brilliant life story so eloquently read really enjoyed it Thanks

absolutely superb book and Narrated beautifully

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loved the openness and a good insight to a football who has been heavily criticised by the football know alls

brilliant

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Thought it was a brilliant read with being from liverpool I can relate to all the places Joey talks about

truly brilliant

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