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If you’re interested in a broader, albeit less serious, overview of the development of sports Down Under, \u003cem\u003eA Thoroughly Unhelpful History of Australian Sport\u003c\/em\u003e will take you on a rollicking journey filled with anecdotes and tongue-in-cheek observations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those intrigued by the darker edges of competition, \u003cem\u003eCheat\u003c\/em\u003e explores the pervasive culture of cheating in sports, blending humour with a critical look at the lengths athletes go to for victory. Lastly, \u003cem\u003eThe Seven Deadly Sins of Sport\u003c\/em\u003e offers an engaging exploration of the moral complexities within the sporting world, infused with O'Reily's trademark comedic flair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTitus O'Reily's books are perfect for sports enthusiasts and anyone who enjoys a good laugh alongside their literary analysis, making them a delightful addition to any sports literature collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-seven-deadly-sins-of-sport-by-titus-oreily-9781761349027","title":"The Seven Deadly Sins of Sport","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA highly entertaining romp through sporting history's best sins and greatest sinners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWHERE THERE'S SPORT, THERE'S SINNING.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eName a global sports icon and there will be a sin or two. Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods, Ronaldo—they've all committed their fair share of sins. And we're not talking low-level transgressions like coveting your neighbour's servant or his ox (as appealing as that might be). 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