A Life Too Short

The Tragedy of Robert Enke

De: Ronald Reng

Narrado por: John Telfer

Why does an international footballer with the World at his feet decide to take his own life? On November 10, 2009, the German national goalkeeper Robert Enke stepped in front of a passing train. He was 32 years old. Viewed from the outside, Enke had it all. Here was a professional goalkeeper who had played for a string of Europe's top clubs, including Jose Mourinho's Benfica and Louis Van Gaal's Barcelona. Enke was destined to be his country's first choice for years to come. But beneath the bright veneer of success lay a darker story.

In A Life Too Short, award-winning writer Ronald Reng pieces together the puzzle of his lost friend's life. Reng brings into sharp relief the specific demands and fears faced by those who play top-level sport. Heartfelt but never sentimental, he tells the universal tragedy of a talented man's struggles against his own demons.

©2011 Piper Verlag GmbH, Munich. English Translation © Shaun Whiteside 2011 (P)2011 Random House AudioGo

Depression is real, this story brings it home.

Many people loved Robert but were unable to help. This book I think will help others see how they can help better in the future. Depression is tough to deal with and it affects the whole family.
Thank you for this book. I enjoyed learning about Robert and his family, the pressures of Football athletes and mostly depression. I have struggled for years and currently seeking treatment. It has been good for me to find the words and ask for help.