Real Stories
A trying time
Andy Ripley, The England Rugby Union legend, was capped 24 times for his country throughout the 1970s and was one of Willie John’s invincible Lions in 1974. Diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2005, Andy has turned his own diagnosis with prostate cancer into something very positive.
He has become a great friend of The Prostate Cancer Charity, working with us to raise awareness of the most common cancer in men. We count it a real privilege to include him as such a dynamic force in the UK’s growing ‘movement for change’ in tackling this disease. His book, Ripley’s World, is the latest chapter in his tireless support for the Charity.
Ripley’s World
Ripley’s World is the remarkably honest account of England and British Lions rugby legend Andy Ripley’s fight against prostate cancer. In diary form, he candidly documents his reaction to the initial diagnosis and the effect this had on him and his family.
As is to be expected, Ripley experiences a whirlwind of emotions along the way, but he takes the challenge head on, retaining his trademark humour and charm in the face of adversity.
Ripley’s World is a compelling, moving and entertaining read that is sure to provoke discussion on prostate cancer amongst men and society in general. Ripley has chosen to use his illness and his experience of fighting it to inform and educate others. This is his story.
All of Andy Ripley’s royalties from this publication will be donated to The Prostate Cancer Charity. Ripley’s World will be published on 25th October 2007 and you can order it directly from us by visiting www.prostate-cancer.org.uk
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