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Biography: sport

Paperback. 'A timely, direct book examining the modern game through the lens of the thinking fan' James Corden Turning My Back on the Premier League is a month-by-month account of great goals, bad pies and short-lived heroes, and how one fan rediscovered his love for the beautiful game. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 122 x 197 x 18. Weight in Grams: 238.
Publisher
BLINK
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781905825820
ISBN
9781905825820
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 15.90

Paperback. Fascinating footballing life of Arsenal's legendary Double-winning captain Num Pages: 320 pages, 2x8pp b/w; 8pp col. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 130 x 23. Weight in Grams: 256.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Headline Publishing Group United Kingdom
Edition
New Ed
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780755314133
ISBN
9780755314133
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 12.61

Hardback. Num Pages: 304 pages, 14 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: BGS; WSBX; WSJG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152. .
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442261181
ISBN
9781442261181
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 66.24

Paperback. A biography celebrating this trailblazer of British football, while also shedding light on the myths and truths that surround one of British football's greatest forwards. Fully authorised by the Ford family and supported by Aston Villa, Sunderland and Cardiff City. Num Pages: 176 pages, 30. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 158 x 319 x 17. Weight in Grams: 264.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445640563
ISBN
9781445640563
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.04

Paperback. Every football fan knows the legend of Bert Trautmann. From an amateur footballer working on a bomb disposal unit in Liverpool, to celebrated Manchester City goalkeeper adored by thousands, this title charts Trautmann's conversion from Hitler Youth star to all-England football hero. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200 x 130 x 24. Weight in Grams: 278.
Publisher
Yellow Jersey
Number of pages
352
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780224082891
ISBN
9780224082891
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.33

Paperback. 256 pages, Illustrations. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; BGS; WSJA. Dimension: 158 x 233 x 17. Weight: 580.
Publisher
DB Publishing
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
Paperback edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780911199
ISBN
9781780911199
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

Paperback. Helen Tew sailed across the Atlantic in a small boat at the age of 89. This is a remarkable book about a remarkable life, by a remarkable woman whose sense of adventure is both infectious and inspirational. Num Pages: 192 pages, illustrations, (some colour ) maps. BIC Classification: BGS; WSSN3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 214 x 136 x 16. Weight in Grams: 278.
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Condition
New
SKU
V9780954275075
ISBN
9780954275075
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 19.00

Paperback. Num Pages: 304 pages, black & white halftones, colour illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSWY. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 152 x 26. Weight in Grams: 502.
Publisher
Triumph Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9781600786389
ISBN
9781600786389
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 21.24

Paperback. In October 2011 the author, two-time Olympic gold-medal rower and one of the greatest endurance athletes the world has ever known, suffered a seizure at home as his young son looked on in horror. This title tells the story of a marriage, of a family and of one man's fight back to be the best husband and father he can be. Num Pages: 336 pages, 2 x 8pp colour plates. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSSN7. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 130 x 23. Weight in Grams: 260.
Publisher
Cornerstone United Kingdom
Number of pages
336
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780099579687
ISBN
9780099579687
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.76

Paperback. Thirty years on from the magic of the '86 Mexico World Cup, Diego Maradona reveals, for the first time, the untold stories behind that one-of-a-kind championship. Num Pages: 256 pages, 32 pp. Plate section (colour & b&w). BIC Classification: BGS; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 153. .
Publisher
Little, Brown Book Group
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472125033
ISBN
9781472125033
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.10

Paperback. A definitive insight into how to achieve success in Formula One from Ross Brawn, whose cars and drivers have won 20 F1 world championships Num Pages: 320 pages, 16pp colour plates. BIC Classification: BGSA; KJC; WSPC1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 130. .
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781471162381
ISBN
9781471162381
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 12.61

Paperback. The life and times of the late, great Tony Hinkle Num Pages: 208 pages, 42 b&w illus. BIC Classification: BGS; WSD; WSJM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5334 x 3556 x 381. Weight in Grams: 318.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Indiana University Press United States
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9780253223333
ISBN
9780253223333
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 22.15

Paperback. The remarkable autobiography of England's greatest living footballer Num Pages: 448 pages, 24pp b/w photos. BIC Classification: 1DBKEN; BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 177 x 114 x 30. Weight in Grams: 288.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Headline Paperbacks
Edition
New Ed
Number of pages
448
Condition
New
SKU
V9780755311064
ISBN
9780755311064
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.94

Paperback. On the track, his running made him a legend; off it, his charisma and humanity made him a hero. No runner has generated myth like Emil Zatopek, the Czechoslovakian soldier who revolutionised distance running after World War II. This book tells his story. Num Pages: 480 pages. BIC Classification: 1DVK; BGS; WSBB; WSKC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. .
Publisher
Yellow Jersey
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9780224100359
ISBN
9780224100359
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.33

Paperback. The highs and lows of one of Britain's best-loved golfers Num Pages: 320 pages, 8pp b/w & 16pp colour photos. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 129 x 22. Weight in Grams: 250. Clean copy.
Condition
Used, Very Good
Edition
Illustrated
Publisher
Headline London
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
SKU
KEX0204979
ISBN
9780755314720
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Hardcover. Ken Barnes was widely regarded as one of the finest footballers of his generation never to have won an England cap. During a distinguished playing career with Manchester City, Ken appeared in the FA Cup finals of 1955 and 1956 and later captained the club before retiring in the early 60s. Num Pages: 252 pages. Dimension: 227 x 147 x 22. Weight in Grams: 412.
Publisher
Empire Publications Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
190
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781901746495
ISBN
9781901746495
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 17.45

Paperback. A story of endurance and stamina, and the will power it takes to set a cycling world record against all odds Num Pages: 224 pages, 14 b+w photos plus map. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 153. .
Publisher
Little, Brown Book Group
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780349409078
ISBN
9780349409078
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.14

Paperback. Jo Pavey was forty years old when she won the 10,000m at the European Championships. It was the first gold medal of her career and, astonishingly, it came within months of having her second child. This book follows Jo's roundabout journey to the top and all the lessons she's learnt along the way. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; VFV; WSKC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 130 x 197 x 24. Weight in Grams: 218.
Publisher
Yellow Jersey Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780224100434
ISBN
9780224100434
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 10.89

Paperback. The complete autobiography of a swimming prodigy and Olympic champion who has become a sporting icon Num Pages: 336 pages, 16pp colour plates. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 195 x 128 x 22. Weight in Grams: 260.
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
336
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781471101236
ISBN
9781471101236
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.76

Paperback. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: BGS; WSNB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 217 x 141 x 22. Weight in Grams: 394.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Ivan R Dee, Inc United States
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9781566638289
ISBN
9781566638289
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 16.93

Paperback. One of Britain's greatest footballers, Bobby Lennox epitomises an era in which Celtic were the most successful football club in the UK. In May 1967, he and his fellow Lisbon Lions achieved footballing immortality when they lifted the European Cup - the first British side to do so. Here, Lennox recounts his part in these extraordinary achievements. Num Pages: 288 pages, 2x8pp b/w photos. BIC Classification: BGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 130 x 19. Weight in Grams: 218.
Publisher
Headline Publishing Group United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780755314942
ISBN
9780755314942
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.51

paperback. Contains John Wooden's autobiography. This book reflects on his record-breaking career, his life behind the scenes, and how his top players went on to shape and change the NBA. Num Pages: 272 pages, 16pp b&w photographs. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 151 x 27. Weight in Grams: 368.
Publisher
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe United States
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780071424912
ISBN
9780071424912
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 27.23

Paperback. When Franck Sauzee signed for Hibernian Football Club in February 1999, he already enjoyed legendary status in European footballing circles. Alex McLeish's feat of persuading the Gallic Great to sign for Hibs was the club's biggest coup since the signing of George Best. This title presents his portrait. Num Pages: 288 pages, 8 pp colour plates. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 132 x 18. Weight in Grams: 218. When Le God Graced Easter. 288 pages, 8 pp colour plates. When Franck Sauzee signed for Hibernian Football Club in February 1999, he already enjoyed legendary status in European footballing circles. Alex McLeish's feat of persuading the Gallic Great to sign for Hibs was the club's biggest coup since the signing of George Best. This title presents his portrait. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: BGS; WSJA. Dimension: 199 x 132 x 18. Weight: 218.
Publisher
B&W Publishing
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845024376
ISBN
9781845024376
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 9.20

Paperback. Alan Brazil's autobiography was the surprise bestseller of 2006. Here, Alan and his co-writer, Mike 'Porky' Parry, have added fresh stories of japes, pranks and mishaps, aimed at entertaining the football followers as well as the multitude of fans of Alan's "talkSPORT" breakfast show. Num Pages: 320 pages, 40 b&w & colour photos. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 30. Weight in Grams: 324.
Publisher
Highdown
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9781905156368
ISBN
9781905156368
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 10.47

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