Download Open: An Autobiography Audiobook

" If you have any interest in tennis, this is a really interesting read about Andre's life. I was surprised that I enjoyed this book so much. "

" A child prodigy, suffering his first loss, Andre realises "I've internalised my father - his impatience, his perfectionism, his rage...I no longer need my father to torture me...I can do it all by myself." He's troubled by contradictions - always the contradictions - "please let this be over; I'm not ready for it to be over". He hated tennis, but couldn't stop. He was desperate to escape the control of home, but got homesick when sent to the academy. As his mind and spirits darken, he discovers others are quick to judge who he is when he can't figure it out himself. He learns tennis is the loneliest sport in the world and that playing for a team is far more rewarding and motivating, not just the Davis Cup team, but his own team of trainer, coach, friends, family and later, his school. Still, the high after a win dissipates much faster than the low after a loss. His 'team' teach him to "control what you can control" and that he is the "Captain of his fate" (possibly another contradiction?) This is also a rags to riches story and to his credit, Andre gives plenty back to society. Despite his negativity, his achievements were huge, and for a high school drop out, he's a damned fine writer. I always wondered what was going on below the surface with this guy - now I know - plenty. "

" I liked reading Andre's memoir, though it was a bit too detailed related to the specifics of the tennis matches. I enjoyed learning about the relationships he formed in his determined pursuit of continued excellence in the sport. The loyal and hard-working people he surrounded himself with deserve much of the credit for his successes on and off the court. I was pleased that he admitted that himself. All I know is that when Andre felt sad and dejected I felt bad, too. When he finally gets together with the girl of his dreams, I could almost feel the happiness myself. "

" I really enjoyed this book--Agassi is from my era . . . back when I enjoyed watching Men's tennis. I found this to be a fascinating story--I never imagined he hated tennis, but can see it now. "

" Amazing book! A window into the life of an amazing tennis player. Gives you a "backstage" pass into the not-so-average tennis player's life. "

" I enjoyed this book more than I thought. I am not a big fan of tennis, but it did not matter, was still fascinating. "

" We're always told, "Do what you love". Andre Agassi spent decades doing what he hated most, with results that often surpassed his level of emotional engagement. That's what makes this book an inspiration. "

" I found this book very inspiring and educative. "

" Great book for even a non-tennis fan. "

" Amazingly Shocking book. Just Fantastic "

" I know nothing about tennis, and hate sports in general, but I found this very engaging and interesting. I finished this book in 2 days! "

" I experienced every emotion one can hope for when reading a truly good book and finished it feeling moved and inspired. While I never watched a single tennis match of his, I can easily say I am an Andre Agassi fan. "

" loved this book and lent it out to many friends. A real story with no holds barred. "

" Loved this book! Love Andre! "

" Very interesting novel! My first autobiography read was definitely a good experience! "

" I couldn't even get thru this whole boring story. if you want to learn how andre plays tennis, this is the book for you. "

" I know nothing about tennis and enjoyed this much more than I ever expected. "

" Pretty honest self-portrait. You've got to really love tennis to read through his play by play reports on his matches (I love tennis). "

" Couldn't put this book down!! An honest book about a lovely man who worked so hard to be the very best he could!! "

" Not sure why I read this exactly - I've never cared about tennis, and I have never watched Agassi play. But the controversy caught my attention, and I'm glad it did. This is a very enjoyable sports biography, and an interesting portrait of a conflict athlete and public figure to boot. "

" Best book I have read this year ... I did not want it to end. I am surprised at what an emotional response I had to this book. "

" Terrific, even if you don't know tennis. The first chapter is the best account of a sporting event I've ever read. "

" I'm normally not a big autobiography fan, but this had me hooked form the first page. Great story, well told. "

" Probably one of the most interesting and honest autobiographies I've ever read. I'd definitely recommend this, even if you're not necessiarly a tennis fan. Really interesting to see Andre's view of his life and his tennis career. "

" What a journey. You love him, you hate him, you feel sorry for him, you hate him, and then you love him again. "

" Really interesting read, especially if you're a tennis fan and followed his career. "

" Loved it - thought it was well written and had a hard time putting it down. Completely changed my opinion of who I thought he was. "

" Really enjoyed this. A pleasant surprise. My 5 star review should have an asterix because I laughed and cried reading this under the influence of margaritas at a resort in Mexico while on duty in the room while the baby slept. "

" The beginning sucked - what a whiner. But then it got really really good, so stick with it if you do read it. "

" This was a TERRIFIC read. A little long on the point-by-point description of key matches, but still very compelling. "

" Loved this book and I am not an ardent tennis fan. Hard to put down and I would recommend it to anybody that likes a good biography. "