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Paperback. Covers the years from his childhood in Scotland, where the author's love of climbing was first sparked, through to his development into perhaps the most formidable climber of his generation; his reputation was forged by his successful ascents of familiar peaks by unfamiliar routes (of which the most famous was the Eiger Direct). Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: BGS; WSZG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 214 x 132 x 16. Weight in Grams: 192. 168 pages. Covers the years from his childhood in Scotland, where the author's love of climbing was first sparked, through to his development into perhaps the most formidable climber of his generation; his reputation was forged by his successful ascents of familiar peaks by unfamiliar routes (of which the most famous was the Eiger Direct). Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: BGS; WSZG. Dimension: 214 x 132 x 16. Weight: 236.
Publisher
Canongate Books
Number of pages
168
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Edition
Main
Condition
New
SKU
V9781841953915
ISBN
9781841953915
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 16.00

Hardcover. Punk in the Gym is the autobiography of British rock climber Andy Pollitt. He is as close to a Hollywood A-lister as the climbing world will ever get. He had the looks, and he starred in all the big roles in the 1980s and 1990s alongside co-stars like Jerry Moffatt Malcolm 'HB' Matheson. For those watching, Andy Pollitt had it all.. Num Pages: 320 pages, 4x 8pp colour photo sections. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMD; 1DBKWN; 1MBF; BGSA; WSE; WSZG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 167 x 241 x 34. Weight in Grams: 744.
Publisher
Vertebrate Publishing
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781910240694
ISBN
9781910240694
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 27.85

Paperback. For decades now, Martin Moran has made his living as a mountain guide based in Strathcarron, Wester Ross. The Scottish hills have by no means bound or defined him though. It was after his ascent of the North Face of the Eiger that he made his decision to take the mountain guide qualifications. Num Pages: 352 pages, 50 illustrations. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSZG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 156 x 24. Weight in Grams: 542.
Publisher
Sandstone Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
352
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781908737557
ISBN
9781908737557
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.44

Paperback. BIC Classification: BGA; BGSA; BGXA; JFSJ1; WSJM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). .
Publisher
Fleming H. Revell Company
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780800723958
ISBN
9780800723958
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 13.55

Paperback. Robin Smith was one of the most legendary climbers ever to have tackled a mountain. This book draws on contributions from people who knew this charismatic and complex young man, as well as diary extracts from Smith himself. Num Pages: 384 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSZG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 214 x 131 x 29. Weight in Grams: 488.
Publisher
Canongate Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
372
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
New ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9781841958316
ISBN
9781841958316
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 14.46

Paperback. The autobiography of one of the greatest, and most loved, tennis players of all time Num Pages: 416 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJR2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 130 x 198 x 34. Weight in Grams: 454.
Publisher
Allen & Unwin
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Main
Condition
New
SKU
V9781760111267
ISBN
9781760111267
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.91

Paperback. Sugar Ray Leonard was one of the greatest boxers ever. An artist and a showman he was always willing to take the difficult fight: his gruelling encounters with Roberto Duran, Thomas Hearns and Marvin Hagler have become legendary. Ray's autobiography takes you into the ring - with the mind games, brutality and euphroia. Num Pages: 320 pages, ports. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200 x 127 x 21. Weight in Grams: 242.
Publisher
Ebury Publishing
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780091946814
ISBN
9780091946814
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 16.54

Paperback. Join England and Lions legend Matt Dawson for a perceptive and entertaining journey through 125 years of rich Lions rugby folklore. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJF1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 130 x 198 x 19. Weight in Grams: 210.
Publisher
Headline Publishing Group
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780755366026
ISBN
9780755366026
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 11.78

Paperback. On 26th July 2015, Chris Froome entered the record books. He won cycling's ultimate race - the Tour de France - for the second time. Taking a double Yellow Jersey was a staggering achievement. This memoir shows just how remarkable it was, given the uphill struggle Froome faced. Num Pages: 448 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200 x 129 x 35. Weight in Grams: 348.
Publisher
Viking
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780241969427
ISBN
9780241969427
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 11.88

Hardback. The sensational insider story of Oscar Pistorius, by the acclaimed author of Invictus. Num Pages: 400 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 243 x 166 x 35. Weight in Grams: 730.
Publisher
Atlantic Books
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Edition
Main
Condition
New
SKU
V9781782393269
ISBN
9781782393269
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 16.00

Paperback. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSD; WSTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. Weight in Grams: 368.
Publisher
Penguin
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2018
Condition
New
SKU
V9780241977682
ISBN
9780241977682
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.01

Paperback. .
Publisher
Vertebrate Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781910240816
ISBN
9781910240816
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.54

Paperback. From Ronnie Radford to Wayne Rooney, the author's knowledge and passion for football are unrivalled. In this book, the author shares his story and guides us through a career which has spanned forty years and over 2,000 matches. Num Pages: 432 pages, 2x8 pp colour sections. BIC Classification: APT; BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 126 x 27. Weight in Grams: 312.
Publisher
Virgin Books
Number of pages
432
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
Updated
Condition
New
SKU
V9780753518137
ISBN
9780753518137
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.39

Hardcover. .
Publisher
Vertebrate Publishing
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781910240434
ISBN
9781910240434
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.43

Paperback. Boardman's lone achievements in the 80s and 90s - Olympic track gold, the world hour record, repeatedly claiming the yellow jersey in the Tour de France - were the spark that started the modern era for British cycling. This book tells his story: from Olympic success, to the famous duels with Graeme Obree and the insanity of the Tour de France. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 126 x 22. Weight in Grams: 268.
Publisher
Ebury Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780091951764
ISBN
9780091951764
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.29

Paperback. The fascinating biography that for the first time captures the complete, remarkable arc of Bobby Fischer's life. Num Pages: 464 pages, 8pp B&W plate section. BIC Classification: BGS; WDMG1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 128 x 31. Weight in Grams: 344.
Publisher
Little, Brown Book Group
Number of pages
464
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780336923
ISBN
9781780336923
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.35

Paperback. Num Pages: 220 pages, colour photos. BIC Classification: 1FKAH; 1MBN; BGSA; BM; WSZG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 150 x 230 x 11. Weight in Grams: 502.
Publisher
Otago University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781877578489
ISBN
9781877578489
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 22.72

Paperback. Lawrie Reilly is one of Hibernian and Scotland's greatest ever players. As a key member of Hibs' legendary Famous Five forward line, he played a prominent part in the most successful period in the club's history. This title tells the story of his life. Num Pages: 272 pages, 8 pp. plate section. BIC Classification: 1DBKS; BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 139 x 197 x 21. Weight in Grams: 288. 272 pages, 8 pp. plate section. Lawrie Reilly is one of Hibernian and Scotland's greatest ever players. As a key member of Hibs' legendary Famous Five forward line, he played a prominent part in the most successful period in the club's history. This title tells the story of his life. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKS; BGSA; WSJA. Dimension: 139 x 197 x 21. Weight: 292.
Publisher
Black & White Publishing
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845023478
ISBN
9781845023478
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 9.14

Paperback. .
Publisher
Ebury Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
336
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780091924904
ISBN
9780091924904
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.77

Hardcover. The author has been one of Britain's finest football commentators. After joining the BBC in 1969, he established himself as one of our foremost commentators. This autobiography offers his perspective on his life and career. Num Pages: 288 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 162 x 32. Weight in Grams: 638.
Publisher
Black and White pub.
Number of pages
288
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845022792
ISBN
9781845022792
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 16.61

Paperback. In 1966 England won the World Cup at Wembley. Sir Bobby Charlton, England's greatest ever player, was there on the pitch. In this book, he takes us through the build-up to the tournament and to the final itself, describing what he saw, what he heard, and what he felt. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3JJPK; BGSA; WSJA1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. Weight in Grams: 367.
Publisher
Random House UK
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780224100519
ISBN
9780224100519
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.37

Hardback. .
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442273054
ISBN
9781442273054
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 50.99
€ 49.24

Paperback. An autobiography of the greatest rugby player of our time, Brian O'Driscoll. It is about his family, friends, hard work, courage and imagination. Num Pages: 416 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 130 x 198 x 30. Weight in Grams: 326.
Publisher
Penguin
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780241962688
ISBN
9780241962688
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 11.85

Paperback. Gareth Thomas had it all. He was a national hero, a sporting icon. He was a leader of men, captain of Wales and the British Lions. To him, rugby was an expression of cultural identity, a sacred code. It was no mere ball game. It gave him everything, except the freedom to be himself. This book deals with his life and work. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 5SG; BGSA; JFSK2; WSJF1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 127 x 25. Weight in Grams: 248.
Publisher
Ebury Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780091958343
ISBN
9780091958343
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 11.88

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