Biography: sport
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Biography: sport
Paperback. A fond and fascinating tribute to George Finch (1888-1970), mountaineer, scientist, inventor and polymath, who pioneered the use of the artificial oxygen that enabled Everest to finally be conquered thirty years after his own attempt. Num Pages: 432 pages, 1 x 8pp b+w insert. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSZG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 132 x 198 x 34. Weight in Grams: 420.
- Publisher
- Allen & Unwin
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- Main
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781760113490
- ISBN
- 9781760113490
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 12.97
€ 17.99
€ 12.97
Hardcover. The autobiography of Liverpool legend, David Fairclough. Num Pages: 300 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 165 x 242 x 29. Weight in Grams: 580.
- Publisher
- deCoubertin Books
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781909245280
- ISBN
- 9781909245280
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 19.44
€ 25.99
€ 19.44
Paperback. The untimely death of Dougal Haston in 1977 robbed climbing of one of its most charismatic, controversial and enigmatic figures. A man of extremes, who managed to combine a rock star's lifestyle with a career at the cutting edge of world mountaineering, Haston remains a cult figure whose deeds have inspired generations of climbers world-wide. Num Pages: 256 pages, 16pp b&w plates. BIC Classification: BGS; WSZG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 142 x 217 x 15. Weight in Grams: 252.
- Publisher
- Canongate Books United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 248
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781841953403
- ISBN
- 9781841953403
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 15.24
€ 20.99
€ 15.24
Paperback. The biography of the greatest woman golfer to ever play the game of golf. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 450.
- Edition
- First Edition
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752429274
- ISBN
- 9780752429274
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 20.65
€ 23.99
€ 20.65
Paperback. In June 2003, Manchester United shocked the footballing world by selling their star to Spanish rivals Real Madrid. This book reveals the sensational truth behind one of the biggest moments in footballing history, examining sinister forces behind the move. Num Pages: 288 pages, 16pp illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 130 x 19. Weight in Grams: 225. 8vo. good copy in original wrappers
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- Publisher
- Blake Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- SKU
- KEX0263604
- ISBN
- 9781844540167
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Hardback. England's World Cup-winning centre, Will Greenwood, lets loose on the game Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJF1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 160 x 28. Weight in Grams: 532.
- Publisher
- Simon & Schuster Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- KSG0013701
- ISBN
- 9781849837156
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Hardcover. In this biography, Hildred and Ewbank show just what makes one Roy Keane tick. They speak to his family and friends, and with the verve of fans and true experts, uncover the inside story of the football, big money and the men who make it happen. Num Pages: 252 pages, 8pp colour photographs. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 241 x 157. Weight in Grams: 574. Nice copy, some shelfwear. Good to very good
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- Publisher
- Blake Publishing
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- SKU
- KST0027293
- ISBN
- 9781857824360
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Hardback. After a career playing for Hampshire, cut short by injury, John Holder, an immigrant from Barbados, turned his hand to umpiring. In 27 years, he officiated in 11 Tests and 23 one-day internationals. A Test of Character throws an interesting light on the job of an international umpire, with all its pressures, controversies and prejudices. Num Pages: 352 pages, separate colour picture section. BIC Classification: 1DBKESH; 3JJPK; 3JJPL; BGSA; WSJC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 163 x 34. Weight in Grams: 630.
- Publisher
- Pitch Publishing Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781785311772
- ISBN
- 9781785311772
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 21.09
€ 25.99
€ 21.09
Paperback. Ben Cohen's dad didn't know anything about the sport his young son had taken up, but he was happy to drive him to practice, and was soon helping out at the club. When his business went bankrupt money was tight, but Ben's hard working parents inspired their son to put his all into rugby. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJF1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 145 x 197 x 22. Weight in Grams: 248.
- Publisher
- Ebury Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781785031298
- ISBN
- 9781785031298
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.62
€ 17.99
€ 16.62
Paperback. Ryan Giggs first played for Manchester United in the season before the Premiership began; back when Bryan Robson was still captain. He took possession of United's left wing and never loosened his grip. This title presents his portrait. Num Pages: 416 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col)., col. ports. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 130 x 28. Weight in Grams: 302.
- Publisher
- Penguin Group
- Number of pages
- 416
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780241962107
- ISBN
- 9780241962107
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.37
€ 17.99
€ 13.37
Paperback. Jamie gives an honest and open account of winning team and individual honours, touring with Bradford, Leeds and Great Britain and captaining his country Num Pages: 352 pages, 30 colour illustrations, 16 colour plates. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJF2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 131 x 27. Weight in Grams: 418.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 288
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752449685
- ISBN
- 9780752449685
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 14.39
€ 14.99
€ 14.39
Paperback. Nicolas Roche has a famous surname to all fans of cycling. The son of legendary Irish and World Champion Stephen Roche, Nicolas had to fight to make it as a professional and even harder to make his mark as his own man in this toughest of competitive sports. This title tells his story of life as a professional cyclist. Num Pages: 512 pages, Illustrations, col. ports., photos. (chiefly col.). BIC Classification: BGSA; WSQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 127 x 34. Weight in Grams: 384.
- Publisher
- Transworld Publishers Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781848271111
- ISBN
- 9781848271111
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 19.34
€ 25.99
€ 19.34
Paperback. Num Pages: 320 pages, 1. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 218 x 140 x 25. Weight in Grams: 424.
- Publisher
- Akashic Books,U.S.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781617754449
- ISBN
- 9781617754449
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 16.75
€ 20.99
€ 16.75
Paperback. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSKQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 205 x 138 x 17. Weight in Grams: 242.
- Publisher
- Random House USA Inc
- Number of pages
- 288
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780307952202
- ISBN
- 9780307952202
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.78
€ 19.99
€ 14.78
Paperback. Teddy captured the Adirondack Golden Gloves title at 139 pounds in 1976. Forced out of competition because of injury, he turned his talents to training fighters, including Mike Tyson and Barry McGuigan. He has also employed his talents in appearing in films and choreographing fight scenes for a television series. This memoir presents his story. Num Pages: 304 pages, 8-pages of black and white photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJP; BGS; WSTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 136 x 19. Weight in Grams: 248.
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780060542412
- ISBN
- 9780060542412
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 10.70
€ 13.99
€ 10.70
Paperback. Mark Beaumont pedalled through the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. Mark smashed the Guinness World Record by an astonishing 81 days. He had travelled more than 18,000 miles on his own through some of the harshest conditions one man and his bicycle can endure. This is the story of the events that turned Mark Beaumont into the man he is today. Num Pages: 576 pages, 3x8pp picture sections. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 137 x 38. Weight in Grams: 446.
- Publisher
- Corgi
- Number of pages
- 576
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780552158442
- ISBN
- 9780552158442
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.37
€ 17.99
€ 13.37
Paperback. 'Gripping and inspiring - like the man himself!' Bear Grylls Num Pages: 256 pages, same plate section as HB - no LS help required. BIC Classification: BGSA; BTP; WSZG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 128 x 198 x 19. Weight in Grams: 234.
- Publisher
- Little, Brown Book Group
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781472113047
- ISBN
- 9781472113047
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 11.04
€ 13.99
€ 11.04
Paperback. Num Pages: 256 pages, 200+ illus. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JH; 3JJ; BGS; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 242 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 702.
- Publisher
- Empire Publications Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781909360266
- ISBN
- 9781909360266
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 16.46
€ 21.99
€ 16.46
Paperback. The inspiring and untold story of Ledley King, one of English football's most lauded and recognised talents, and the heartbreaking account of a career cruelly cut short. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 130 x 196 x 21. Weight in Grams: 262.
- Publisher
- Quercus Publishing Plc
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781782069072
- ISBN
- 9781782069072
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.47
€ 17.99
€ 13.47
Paperback. Winner of the William Hill Sports Book of the Year Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 130 x 14. Weight in Grams: 260.
- Publisher
- Headline Publishing Group United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780747255161
- ISBN
- 9780747255161
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 11.85
€ 14.99
€ 11.85