Memories of a Fox [used book]


By: Harry Gallagher

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Harry Gallagher's memoir is both a story of achievement and a unique love story. As a child of the Depression in Sydney's inner west Harry and his best friend Gloria made a playground of the local tip. The resourcefulness he learnt in these early years stood him in good stead as he took on the world, launching the careers of Jon Henricks, Dawn Fraser and many other swimming legends, and bringing Australia an avalanche of Olympic Gold. 'This is a story to inspire. It creeps into your bones, makes you want to achieve.' - Dawn Fraser


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Harry Gallagher, after a childhood in Depression Sydney, became a swimming trainer and went on to launch the careers of such greats as Jon Hendricks and Dawn Fraser. He brought home for Australia many Olympic gold medals and his account of his success inspires the urge to achieve.

Title: Memories of a Fox [used book]

Author Name: Harry Gallagher

ISBN Number: 1862544395

ISBN-13: 9781862544390

Location Published: Australia, Wakefield Press: 1999

Binding: Soft cover

Book Condition: Good

Size: 21.0 x 14.0 x 2.0 cm

Kg: 1.00 Kg

Type: Book

Categories: Australian Biographies, Sport, Swimming

Seller ID: 001767