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The Showman

By: Glenn Maxwell
Narrated by: Glenn Maxwell, Rhys Muldoon
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 ‘You won’t get a better account than Maxwell’s own. It’s like having Phar Lap talk you through the 1930 Melbourne Cup. I heartily commend the book.’ Gideon Haigh

'It’s easy captaining Maxi. You just need to get out of the way.' Pat Cummins

Discover the exhilarating story of Glenn Maxwell, the daring batsman and all-round Australian cricket maestro.

During the 2023 Cricket World Cup in India, Glenn Maxwell played the most audacious, improbable innings in the history of one-day cricket. Yet less than a year earlier he had been in hospital with a shattered leg, unsure whether he would ever be able to play again.

This is the story of that year, from devastation to triumph; twelve months of frustration on the road to recovery, as well as jubilation when Glenn became a father. It’s also an exploration of his life before – the moments and decisions that informed this defining year.

For over a decade, Maxwell has batted with a style that is deeply creative and at times crazy-brave, while bearing the criticism of those who find his style more exasperating than exciting. At the same time, he has become a vital bowler and one of the world’s best fielders. However, his career has also been dogged by depression and self-doubt.

Now, one of cricket’s great entertainers tells his story in his own words. The Showman offers a captivating exploration of an enigmatic talent, whose name is synonymous with the thrill of the game.

'Maxi is about genuine care and connection. There’s so much more than meets the eye.' Virat Kohli

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Critic Reviews

‘You won’t get a better account than Maxwell’s own. It’s like having Phar Lap talk you through the 1930 Melbourne Cup. I heartily commend the book.’ (Gideon Haigh)
'Maxi is about genuine care and connection. There’s so much more than meets the eye.' (Virat Kohli)
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Wonderful insight into the man behind the big show.
Maybe a little self indulgent as he describes a lot of his innings.
Would have loved to hear more about him before cricket.

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Loved the in-depth and well written story of Maxi! Was great to get inside the dressing room and the mind of Glen Maxwell to hear about his challenges in life, including many ups and many downs! I found myself pausing the book and throwing on the YouTube highlights of Maxi's knock in India after listening to his take on it it. Well done Adam and Glen

What a ride!

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There is notes by the author that the story does bounce around a bit and that it does! But still enjoyable none the same.

Very good, enjoyable, very easy(ish) to listen to.

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As a cricket fan I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this. A great behind the scenes look at Maxi’s life as well as cricket career focusing on both the good and bad

Behind the scenes

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