Biography & Memoir Sport & Recreation Australiana
What A Life! by Jeff Patterson is a 2005 paperback that blends autobiography, Australian cultural history and business insight, making it a compelling read for both young adults and adult audiences interested in true‑story narratives. Patterson’s memoir weaves his experiences in boxing, VFL football and small‑business entrepreneurship into a vivid portrait of Melbourne life and broader Australian history.
The book offers a lively mix of sports, memoir and practical advice on setting up a business, appealing to readers of biographies, leisure and cultural studies alike. Its engaging storytelling and firsthand perspective place it comfortably within the biographies & true stories, business & economics and leisure genres.
The copy is inscribed on the front paper as a gift and shows some marks on the front and back inner covers, with minor foxing along the closed page edge. Aside from these details the volume is clean, tidy and features a tight binding.
It comes from a smoke‑free home, ensuring the pages remain in good condition for future readers.