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Biography: sport

Paperback. Shows how the author faces his growing alienation from the game he was born into, as he revisits key periods in his father's career to build up a picture of his football life and through him a whole era. This book recaptures a lost world and the way it changed, blending the personal and the historical into a soccer story. Num Pages: 240 pages, 16. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 130 x 15. Weight in Grams: 226.
Publisher
Yellow Jersey Press
Number of pages
240
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780224072687
ISBN
9780224072687
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 12.61

Hardback. From the New York Times bestselling author of Brady vs. Manning and dean of football writers - a book that explores the many interesting facets to NFL quarterbacks and their relationships with their fathers. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: BGS; BK; WSJS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 153. .
Publisher
Little, Brown & Company
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781455598465
ISBN
9781455598465
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 23.07

Paperback. No player has been more synonymous with the glory years of Manchester United Football Club than Gary Neville. This title reveals the secrets of his early days with the likes of Giggs, Scholes and his best mate David Beckham; what it was like to play with Cantona, Keane and Ronaldo; and, the Treble in 1999. Num Pages: 416 pages, 2x8 colour. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 132 x 197 x 27. Weight in Grams: 316.
Publisher
Corgi
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
46099th
Condition
New
SKU
V9780552161985
ISBN
9780552161985
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 13.47

Paperback. Ralph Milne was born in Dundee and lived out many a young footballer's dream. On leaving school he signed for Dundee United and gradually forced his way into a team full of great players. In the eyes of Dundee United fans, he will always be a legend and was inducted into the club's Hall Of Fame earlier this year. This title tells his story. Num Pages: 240 pages, 8pp plates. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 128 x 18. Weight in Grams: 254.
Publisher
Black and White pub.
Number of pages
240
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845023058
ISBN
9781845023058
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 9.20

Paperback. The paperback edition of the extraordinary story of the UK's leading horse whisperer. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSNB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200 x 130 x 21. Weight in Grams: 278.
Publisher
Raceform Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781910498026
ISBN
9781910498026
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 12.71

Paperback. Chronicling the ups and downs of the amazing world of John Daly, this award-winning book has now been brought right up to date to include all the latest details of Daly's career and family adventures which include a long-awaited comeback in form of the natural-born golfer with the 'killer swing' and the arrest of his ex-wife for drug-. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 195 x 132 x 20. Weight in Grams: 258. Very cood clean copy
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
Virgin Books lo
Number of pages
304
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Edition
New Ed
SKU
KEX0225869
ISBN
9780753510100
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Hardcover. Charting Ian Poulter's life from when he first picked up a golf club aged seven and hit the ball 140 yards to his triumphant, pumped-up charge in the 2012 Ryder Cup, this title also details his struggle to turn professional in 1994 before his obvious talent saw him join the European Tour in 2000, where he immediately won Rookie of the Year. Num Pages: 240 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 165 x 32. Weight in Grams: 564. Fine clean copy in dustwrapper. DW has some minor edge wear
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
Andre Deutsch Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
SKU
KRA0011303
ISBN
9780233003870
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. Chronicling the ups and downs of the amazing world of John Daly, this award-winning book has now been brought right up to date to include all the latest details of Daly's career and family adventures which include a long-awaited comeback in form of the natural-born golfer with the 'killer swing' and the arrest of his ex-wife for drug-. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 195 x 132 x 20. Weight in Grams: 258. Very cood clean copy
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Virgin Books lo
Edition
New Ed
Number of pages
304
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KEX0225870
ISBN
9780753510100
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. Geoffrey Boycott is one of the most outspoken and knowledgeable voices on cricket - but this book opens up a whole, new personal side to his life Num Pages: 288 pages, 8pp photographs. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 131 x 198 x 19. Weight in Grams: 218.
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781471130045
ISBN
9781471130045
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.81

Paperback. The little book of Yorkshire Num Pages: 192 pages, 40 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEYK; BGS; WQH; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 137 x 198 x 11. Weight in Grams: 210.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750961165
ISBN
9780750961165
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.51

Hardcover. A history of football of the period that saw the abolition of the maximum wage, and the beginnings of the likes of George as boot-room apprentices to the star-studded era of sideburns, collar-length hair. This book follows the drama of each season (1963 to 1973) in league, cup and abroad, pondering the key themes from each year. Num Pages: 336 pages, 16 illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 241 x 168 x 31. Weight in Grams: 666. Clean copy
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
Ebury Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
SKU
KST0023356
ISBN
9780091906085
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. This is a collection of the anecdotes, tales and general excessive humour that George Best is renowned for. It recounts saucy tales, inside stories and embarrassing incidents from George himself, Bobby, Dennis, Nobby, Gazza, Fergie and Posh and Becks. Num Pages: 336 pages, 32. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 140 x 21. Weight in Grams: 236. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear.
Condition
Used, Very Good
Edition
Illustrated
Publisher
Ebury Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
SKU
KRA0003893
ISBN
9780091890346
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. George Best needs little introduction. A legend in his own lifetime, he is undoubtedly the greatest footballer the UK has ever produced. Blessed with an extraordinary gift he brought a beauty and grace to the game never before seen. But Best was unable to cope with the success and fame his football genius brought. This title tells his story. Num Pages: 512 pages, 32. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 127 x 32. Weight in Grams: 352.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Ebury Press
Edition
Illustrated
Condition
New
SKU
V9780091884703
ISBN
9780091884703
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 17.77

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
ECW Press,Canada Canada
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9781550229967
ISBN
9781550229967
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 24.94

Hardback. Part memoir, part historical analysis, and part nostalgic remembrance, this book is the quintessential guide to the history of thoroughbred racing in the twentieth century. Num Pages: 288 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSNB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 160 x 20. Weight in Grams: 522.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Taylor Trade Publishing United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780878332649
ISBN
9780878332649
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 25.97

paperback. Num Pages: 320 pages, black & white illustrations, frontispiece, colour plates. BIC Classification: BGS; BM; WST. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 298.
Edition
Illustrated
Publisher
William Morrow Paperbacks
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780062195654
ISBN
9780062195654
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.73

Paperback. Gilles Villeneuve became a legend in his own lifetime: a driver whose skill and daring personified the ideals of Grand Prix racing. With his flamboyantly aggressive driving style and his distinctive scarlet Ferrari, he captured the imagination of a vast international audience. This is his story. Num Pages: 320 pages, 8ill. BIC Classification: BGS; WSPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 194 x 131 x 21. Weight in Grams: 230.
Publisher
Virgin Publishing
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Condition
New
SKU
V9780753507476
ISBN
9780753507476
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 16.69

Paperback. Juan Manuel Fangio's name is indelibly inscribed in the record books and many consider him to be the greatest driver in history. This title chronicles not only various arduous early competitions but also his long journey from humble origins in remote Argentina to the lofty heights of international celebrity. Num Pages: 368 pages, 8 pages b/w. BIC Classification: BGS; WSPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 214 x 131 x 22. Weight in Grams: 266.
Publisher
Virgin Books
Number of pages
352
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780753518274
ISBN
9780753518274
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.00
€ 16.91

Paperback. James Hunt was a towering personality with a commanding presence, a glamorous public figure who brought Formula One motor racing to the attention of a whole new audience. This work offers an account of his life. Num Pages: 400 pages, 8 pages b/w. BIC Classification: BGS; WSPC1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 130 x 25. Weight in Grams: 284.
Publisher
Ebury Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
400
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780753518236
ISBN
9780753518236
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

paperback. Num Pages: 320 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGS; WSJS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 204 x 131 x 16. Weight in Grams: 309.
Edition
Illustrated
Publisher
Random House USA Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780307743381
ISBN
9780307743381
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 15.19

paperback. Steven Gerrard is a hero to millions, not only as the inspirational captain of Liverpool FC, but as a key member of the England team. Here, he tells the story of his lifelong obsession with football. He also speaks about the torturous will-he-won't-he Chelsea rumours and his undying passion for Liverpool. Num Pages: 512 pages, col. Illustrations. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 128 x 33. Weight in Grams: 384.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Bantam
Condition
New
SKU
9780553817331
ISBN
9780553817331
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 12.99
€ 11.14

Paperback. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: BGS; WSXH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 156 x 229 x 16. Weight in Grams: 400.
Publisher
Caitlin Press Inc.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781927575710
ISBN
9781927575710
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 24.31

hardcover. Num Pages: 216 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BGSA; VFVX; WSJS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 399.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Running Press Adult
Condition
New
SKU
9780762452484
ISBN
9780762452484
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 7.76

Hardcover. Presents stories about sports persons: sports stars, less-known athletes and relatively unknown physical education teachers and sports scientists. This work presents essays that deal with problems associated with writing sport biographies - how does an author navigate among myths and truths? Editor(s): Christensen, Mette Krogh. Num Pages: 191 pages, tables. BIC Classification: BGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 249 x 163 x 18. Weight in Grams: 478.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Aarhus University Press Denmark
Number of pages
191
Condition
New
SKU
V9788779340848
ISBN
9788779340848
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 38.60

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