Ragamuffin Man: The World of Syd Fischer by David Salter - ISBN: 9781760640286
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From rags to riches, a sailor’s relentless fight to win.

Ragamuffin Man: The World of Syd Fischer

The World of Syd Fischer

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  • Paperback

    352 pages

  • Release Date

    27 November 2017

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Summary

You either lie down and die, or you fight.

In 1938, a knockabout 11-year-old kid from Marrickville, Sydney, is suddenly confronted by mortality. His mother dies. His father has little time for him and at 14, he leaves school to learn a trade.

In 2016, that same boy is a multi-millionaire. He owns - and runs - the Australian Development Corporation, Sydney City Marine, a host of associated companies, and countless office and housing blocks. He is also one of the world’s most su…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781760640286
ISBN-10:176064028X
Author:David Salter
Publisher:Black Inc.
Imprint:Nero
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:352
Release Date:27 November 2017
Weight:502g
Dimensions:233mm x 155mm x 36mm
About The Author

David Salter

David Salter is a veteran independent journalist, author and television producer. He was Executive Producer of Media Watch and Editor-In-Chief of The Week. He has written books on Australian history, sport, and the media and is himself an experienced offshore racing sailor.

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