Open: An Autobiography by Andre Agassi
A Candid Look at Tennis, Turmoil & Redemption
Open by Andre Agassi is one of the most revealing and critically acclaimed sports autobiographies ever written. With remarkable honesty, Agassi shares his journey from a tennis prodigy trained under pressure to a world champion who secretly despised the game he mastered. This memoir explores fame, identity, rebellion, love, and personal growth, offering an unflinching portrait of a complex sports icon.
From battles on the court to inner struggles and self-discovery, Open is not just a story about tennis it's a powerful testament to resilience and reinvention.
Book Bundle
Perfect for fans of Shoe Dog, Born to Run, and I Am Malala ideal for readers who enjoy sports biographies, inspirational life stories, and raw emotional honesty.
Why Open is a Must-Read:
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Brutally Honest: Agassi opens up about childhood trauma, drug use, and burnout.
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Literary Excellence: Ghostwritten by J.R. Moehringer, Pulitzer Prize-winning author.
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Beyond Sports: Explores self-worth, relationships, and personal transformation.
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Global Bestseller: Hailed by critics and readers as a genre-defining memoir.
Memorable Quote (from the book)
"I play tennis for a living, even though I hate tennis, hate it with a dark and secret passion."
Translation (Sinhala):
"මට ජීවිතයට ටෙන්නිස් ක්රීඩා කරන්න වෙනවා හැබැයි මට ටෙන්නිස්ට දැඩි ද්වේශයක් තියෙනවා."
Translation (Tamil):
"நான் வாழ்வதற்காக டென்னிஸ் விளையாடுகிறேன் ஆனால் அதைப் பற்றிய என்னுடைய வெறுப்பும் ஆழமானது."
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About the Book
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Title: Open: An Autobiography
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Author: Andre Agassi
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ISBN: 9780007281433
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Publisher: HarperCollins
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Published Year: 2009
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Number of Pages: ~388 Pages (Paperback)
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Genre: Autobiography / Sports / Memoir / Inspirational
