{"product_id":"becoming-dr-jones-9781472299598","title":"Becoming Dr Jones","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e''Inspirational'' \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e- \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfessor Alice Roberts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e''Engrossing'' - Professor Ben Garrod\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRhys Jones was brought up on a council estate in South Wales where expectations for what life held in store for you were slim. As he recalls, he was born fighting and never stopped. His perspective on what life could offer him changed forever in the early 1980s when his grandfather took him to the local cinema to see Stephen Spielberg''s blockbuster \u003ci\u003eRaiders of the Lost Ark\u003c\/i\u003e. The dream of emulating his hero Indiana Jones and travelling to the farthest reaches of the planet to explore exotic locations and its wildlife now burned deep inside him.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs he progressed at school this passion to escape and explore was further kindled through the pages of an old natural history encyclopaedia given to him by his grandmother. Devouring the pages, the encyclopaedia would help craft his chosen path in life. Like his hero and namesake Indiana Jones, Rhys''s journe\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn inspiring journey that reflects Rhys' strength, resilience, and perseverance in the face of life's challenges. Through his words, Rhys has beautifully captured his life's experiences, and has shared them with the world. He has opened up about his struggles and triumphs, and his unwavering spirit shines through every page. This book is a reminder of the power of human determination and the importance of never giving up on one's dreams. Rhys' story is a shining example of how one can overcome obstacles and emerge stronger on the other side -- Sir Gareth Edwards CBE\u003cbr\u003eRhys Jones is one of the most upstanding, kind, intelligent, and engaging people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. His ability to connect with people on a deep level is remarkable. Whether it is through his warm and welcoming demeanour, his thoughtful conversation, or his insightful observations, Rhys has a unique talent for making others feel seen, heard, and appreciated -- Jamie Baulch\u003cbr\u003eFrom a childhood immersed in books, films and wildlife to a career in environmental science \u003cb\u003e-\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eDr Rhys Jones' inspirational story is a call to arms \u003cb\u003e- \u003c\/b\u003eto follow our dreams! -- Professor Alice Roberts\u003cbr\u003eThis engrossing, humorous and inspiring journey, from little boy to globe-trotting adventuring scientist, is a heart-warming tale for us all -- Professor Ben Garrod\u003cbr\u003eDr Jones is a wonderful raconteur. I implore you to join him on this epic journey filled with passion, his thirst for knowledge and an insatiable desire to connect human beings to their remarkable cohabitants -- Mark A Sheppard\u003cbr\u003eWhat an inspiration to anyone and everyone who has ever been told 'you will come to nothing . . . Give up!' He is a kind reminder that working hard and sticking to your dreams whilst being kind and generous to those you meet along the way is the message we should all be pushing for -- Eve Myles\u003cbr\u003eAn honest, funny and action-packed memoir from one of Wales' real life heroes -- Gareth David Lloyd\u003cbr\u003eAn inspiration for those who have dealt with adversity . . . Dr Jones truly has led a WILD LIFE worth hearing -- Jesse McClure\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Headline Publishing Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47851767791959,"sku":"9781472299598","price":19.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781472299598.jpg?v=1710644321","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/becoming-dr-jones-9781472299598","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}