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people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude.
I can assure them it is much more serious than that. Bill Shankly |
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History
of the Lancashire Football Association 1878-1928 C E Sutcliffe & F Hargreaves Yore Publications 1992 Pre-war books on the sport are few and far between, and even rarer are those that offer a multitude of interesting facts and quality photographs. Such an exception is this book which was first published in 1928. With the approval of The Lancashire Football Association, this faithful reproduction copy can now be enjoyed (and at a price considerably less than an original at todays prices!) Within the many chapters are the early histories of around twenty Clubs, Lancashire Cup records, Biographies of leading figures, Histories of several regional Lancashire Leagues, and much more. Together with many photographs (principally team groups and individuals) this is more than just a useful reference book. A 'feast' of early Lancashire Football history 8vo. Fine. Facsimile of 1928 edition. 435 gms £15.00 |
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Blue - a collection of candid interviews with Everton heroes Becky Tallentire Breedon Books 1st 2000 Exactly how close was Howard Kendall to signing for Shankly? Did Graeme Sharp's constant whinging at the referees ever get them to change their mind about one single decision? How much did Alex Young earn when he first arrived at Goodison Park? And what went through Kevin Sheedy's mind when he flicked the Y sign to the Kop? But more importantly, does Andy Gray sound like Marge Simpson when he sings? Can Duncan McKenzie still jump over a Mini? And does Paul Bracewell ever wish he'd been chosen for a shampoo commercial? All those nagging questions, which have bothered you for years, are answered right here and now in the most candid and forthright collection of interviews ever given by the royal blue heroes of past and present. Talking Blue cuts straight to the chase with the questions submitted by disenfranchised Evertonians via the miracle of the World Wide Web and asked by the only woman with the temerity to do so, Becky Tallentire 8vo. VG++ in a VG++ wrapper. 555 gms £15.00 |
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The Greatest Adventure Bertrand Piccard & Brian Jones Headline 1st 1999 In this tense and often moving narrative, Bertrand Piccard and Brian Jones, the pilots of the Breitling Orbiter 3 balloon, tell the remarkable story of their record breaking round-the-world flight in March 1999, one of the great feats of human endurance. By the time Piccard and Jones took off from Switzerland they had already had to overcome many problems, and the prospects of winning the race to be first round the world looked poor — a rival balloon was days ahead of them. Yet in the end they made history. The flight was a triumph not only of technology but of the human spirit. During their 30,000-mile nineteen-day voyage, they survived numerous crises: for two days they lost communication with the world below, at one point they were almost overcome by poisonous fumes, and at 35,000 feet — with the outside temperature minus 50°C — their heating failed and water froze inside their tiny gondola, no bigger than a lift cage. By the time they reached the Gulf of Mexico, their fuel had run perilously low, and their decision to carry on across the Atlantic reflected their courage and determination to succeed where others had failed. The further they flew, the more they became convinced that they were being guided by some invisible hand which brought them repeated strokes of good fortune. Using their log book, journals and photographs taken on board, Piccard and Jones have brought their marathon flight vividly to life, capturing many moments of high tension and emotion. Their account tells of an epic adventure but shows also how two very different characters forged a unique relationship in the most challenging circumstances of their lives. 8vo. Fine in a Fine wrapper. 624 gms. £16.00 |
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Days - a history of the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Diamond Stakes Stephen Michael Brie Hodder & Stoughton 1st 1990 In 1990 the racing world celebrated the fortieth running of the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Diamond Stakes. Regarded as one of the greatest races in the world, it is a superb middle-distance test in which horses of different generations battle for supremacy. For forty years, Ascot has witnessed some of the most memorable moments of racing history on Diamond Day. The winners Nijinsky, Brigadier Gerard, Mill Reef, Busted, Ribot, Nashwan - make up a roll of honour that reads like a post-war history of the turf. Stephen Brie has written a history of this race, depicting all the triumphs and disappointments, the epic encounters (who could forget Grundy and Bustino in their "race of the century"?) and the colourful characters that have helped to make it a uniquely great event. DIAMOND DAYS is a colourful, illustrated year-by-year account of astute comment and thrilling commentary. 8vo. Very minor creasing to dustwrapper edges, otherwise Fine in a VG++ wrapper. 480 gms £10.00 |
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is Kendo - The Art of Japanese Fencing J Sasamori & G Warner Charles E Tuttle Co. 17th prtg 1987 A fully illustrated introduction to the traditional art of Japanese fencing-its essential nature and its basic techniques. The first book in English to describe and analyze this famous sport. Over 100 photographs and drawings Major subjects presented include * origin and history of kendo * basic kendo principles and techniques * physical and psychological aspects of kendo * relationship between kendo and Zen * traditions governing kendo etiquette and techniques Clear-cut descriptions of the most important strikes, offensive and defensive positions, and training exercises. 8vo. Fine in a Fine wrapper. 595 gms £12.00 |
Bolton Wanderers - one hundred years at Burnden Park Simon Marland Breedon Books 1st 1995 There are larger stadiums in the world, there are more impressive structures within half an hour's drive, but to Bolton Wanderers Football Club and its generations of supporters, Burnden Park has managed to capture both passion and excitement in its one hundred year history. Every football ground in the country has a particular story to tell and Burnden is no different. Built in 1895, on old barrels and cotton bales, the pitch became the most cambered surface ever seen in the Football League. A great amphitheatrical bowl with neat fencing behind which the spectators observed not only football, but also athletics. The ground was opened on 17 August 1895 for the Wanderers' ninth annual meeting which attracted over 20,000 spectators. The skyline was that of a typical Victorian industrial town, dominated by moorlands, factory chimneys, mills, rows upon rows of terraced houses and a unique railway embankment. This book charts the history since then with memories of one hundred games played on the famous ground. From the FA Cup Final replay of 1901, known as Pie Saturday, to the ground's largest crowd of 69,012, a record set in 1933, and the disaster of 1946 when 33 people lost their lives. More recent events are also covered such as the demolishing of part of the Railway Embankment to build a supermarket and the possibility of long-term relocation. Front cover shows: A recent aerial view of Burnden Park; Celebrations after yet another Cup `giant-killing', this time over Aston Villa in February 1994; On their way to the famous Wembley Final against West Ham, Bolton met Huddersfield in this third round match, where David Jack scored the only goal to send them through; The Trotters' most illustrious personality, Not Lofthouse, whose 285 goals in over 500 appearances for Bolton and 30 goals for his country stand him amongst the greats of the soccer world. Large 4to. Grey boards with gold titling to spine, minor creasing to dustwrapper edges + slight creasing + wear to head of spine, otherwise Fine in a VG+ wrapper. 1010 gms £65.00 |
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