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Biography: sport

Paperback. The definitive career autobiography of Terry Venables, the most successful living England manager Num Pages: 432 pages, 16pp photographs. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 132 x 198 x 30. Weight in Grams: 328.
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781471129933
ISBN
9781471129933
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.57

Paperback. .
Publisher
Crescent House
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781909461499
ISBN
9781909461499
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.65

Hardback. Double Speedway World Champion and former captain of the Great British speedway team, Tai Woffinden is one of the sport's biggest stars. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSPM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 153. .
Publisher
John Blake Publishing Ltd United Kingdom
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2019
Condition
New
SKU
V9781786062789
ISBN
9781786062789
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 17.77

Hardcover. Joe Cole, a talented product of the famous West Ham youth system, was hailed as a child prodigy by no less than Harry Redknapp. He made his first-team debut for the club at the age of 17, and his dedication to the Hammers saw him receive the captain's armband in his early 20s. This is a biography of the Hammers and Blues' enigmatic dangerman. Num Pages: 288 pages, 2 X 8 pages illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 241 x 162 x 27. Weight in Grams: 596.
Condition
Used, Like New
Publisher
John Blake Publishing Ltd London
Number of pages
288
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Edition
illustrated edition
SKU
KNW0007839
ISBN
9781844542642
Hardback
Condition: Used, Like New

€ 5.49

Paperback. Controversial and revelatory biography of the South African-born cricketer who played for England and was banned from touring his native country Num Pages: 288 pages, Section: 8, b/w. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 202 x 129 x 21. Weight in Grams: 244.
Publisher
Little, Brown Book Group United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9780751534887
ISBN
9780751534887
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 12.71

Paperback. 'Immaculate footballer. Imperial defender. Immortal hero of 1966. Master of Wembley. Captain extraordinary. Gentleman of all time.' With these words, inscribed beneath the statue of England's World Cup-winning captain, the nation remembers Bobby Moore. But what do we really know about this iconic figure? Num Pages: 384 pages. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200 x 129 x 27. Weight in Grams: 310.
Publisher
Random House UK
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780224091732
ISBN
9780224091732
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.33

Paperback. 'From cancer to cycling superman: is this the greatest story in modern sport?' Guardian Num Pages: 432 pages, ports. (chiefly col.). BIC Classification: BGS; WSQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 128 x 28. Weight in Grams: 288. Clean copy.
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton General Division
Number of pages
432
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
SKU
KLJ0006495
ISBN
9781848544697
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. Ricky Hatton in Las Vegas .. what could possibly go wrong? Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. .
Publisher
Headline Publishing Group
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472223494
ISBN
9781472223494
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.94

Paperback. The autobiography of West Indies fast-bowling legend turned Sky pundit, Michael Holding. Num Pages: 272 pages, 40. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 130 x 22. Weight in Grams: 226.
Publisher
Orion Publishing Co United Kingdom
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9781409121169
ISBN
9781409121169
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.12

Paperback. Paul Lake was Manchester born, a City fan from birth. His footballing talent was spotted at a young age and, in 1983. Earmarked as an England captain in the making, Paul became a target for top clubs like Manchester United, Arsenal, Spurs and Liverpool, but he always stayed loyal to his beloved club. But then, in September 1990, disaster struck. Num Pages: 416 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 151 x 200 x 27. Weight in Grams: 322.
Publisher
Cornerstone United Kingdom
Number of pages
416
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780099553250
ISBN
9780099553250
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 12.61

Paperback. 'Steve is a British sport icon. He is an inspiration to a whole generation of future sporting stars.' Lewis Hamilton Num Pages: 320 pages, 16pp colour photos. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSSN7. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 134 x 24. Weight in Grams: 234.
Publisher
Headline Book Publishing
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780755319657
ISBN
9780755319657
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.33

Paperback. This is the biography of Bill Shankly. It tells of the man who took Liverpool from Second Division obscurity to create the legend that became the Anfield of Keegan, Hughes, Toshack and Heighway, with his impertinent questions, blunt observations and appreciation of life. Num Pages: 352 pages, 1x8 b/w illustration section. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 177 x 110 x 23. Weight in Grams: 192.
Edition
UK ed.
Publisher
Virgin Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Condition
New
SKU
V9780753500033
ISBN
9780753500033
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 16.69

Paperback. Series: Wisden Sports Writing. Num Pages: 320 pages, A plate section. BIC Classification: BGS; WSKC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. .
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472920232
ISBN
9781472920232
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.33

Paperback. .
Publisher
Pan Macmillan
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
Unabridged edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447250319
ISBN
9781447250319
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.82

Paperback. Aged 16, White was the youngest snooker player to win the English Amateur Championship. By 1984 he was a professional success, and married but not settled. He has survived a life of gambling, women, and marathon binges with showbiz friends, to tell in candid detail the story of his own life. Num Pages: 320 pages, 16pp b&w halftones. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 179 x 116 x 20. Weight in Grams: 186.
Publisher
Arrow
Number of pages
304
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780099271840
ISBN
9780099271840
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 12.61

Paperback. Talks about the life, career, and impact of Rocky Marciano, the legendary heavyweight boxing champion who also stands as a powerful symbol of his times. Series: Sport and Society. Num Pages: 392 pages, 21 photographs. BIC Classification: BGS; WSTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 151 x 26. Weight in Grams: 654.
Publisher
University of Illinois Press United States
Number of pages
386
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780252072628
ISBN
9780252072628
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 23.22

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. The grippingly honest memoir of Olympic and World champion cyclist Nicole Cooke, a fearless campaigner against the doping that has blighted her sport Num Pages: 464 pages, 16pp colour photographs. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 132 x 198 x 33. Weight in Grams: 350.
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781471130359
ISBN
9781471130359
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.57

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

Hardback. Real Roy of the Rovers Stuff is the inside story told by the man who knows Roy Race better than anyone. Editor Barrie Tomlinson helped turn him into a national institution, and his book tells the story of Roy's career as player and manager and how he became one of football's most iconic names. Num Pages: 192 pages, includes separate colour picture section. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 164 x 242 x 22. Weight in Grams: 412.
Publisher
Pitch Publishing Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781785312120
ISBN
9781785312120
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

Paperback. At the age of 20, Lars Leese was still playing in the 'Westerwald' District League, yet by 28 he'd abandoned his job as a computer software salesman and was helping Barnsley to their 1:0 Premiership victory over Liverpool FC. This title traces his stratospheric rise and equally rapid fall. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 16. Weight in Grams: 202.
Publisher
Vintage United Kingdom
Number of pages
240
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780224064439
ISBN
9780224064439
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.00
€ 16.95

Paperback. Kelly Holmes made history when she brought home double gold in the 2004 Olympics, becoming a national hero. This autobiography reveals the times she fought back tears to battle against injury and win gold, and the emotional decision she made to retire from athletics. It offers a tale of triumph over adversity and a model for readers of all ages. Num Pages: 352 pages, 2x8 b/w illustration sections. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 193 x 131 x 25. Weight in Grams: 256.
Publisher
Virgin Books
Number of pages
352
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
1st
Condition
New
SKU
V9780753513170
ISBN
9780753513170
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

Paperback. The definitive and long-awaited biography of the legendary Busby Babe who died in the Munich air disaster Num Pages: 304 pages, 8pp b-w plates. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200 x 130 x 20. Weight in Grams: 228.
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Ltd
Number of pages
304
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857207821
ISBN
9780857207821
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.76

Paperback. Drawing on dozens of new interviews with his Yorkshire colleagues, family and friends, this life of Fred Trueman will surprise and even shock, but also confirm the status of an English folk hero. Num Pages: 308 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 132 x 21. Weight in Grams: 262. The Authorised Biography. 308 pages, black & white illustrations. Drawing on dozens of new interviews with his Yorkshire colleagues, family and friends, this life of Fred Trueman will surprise and even shock, but also confirm the status of an English folk hero. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: BGS; WSJC. Dimension: 199 x 132 x 21. Weight: 260.
Publisher
Aurum Press
Number of pages
308
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845137465
ISBN
9781845137465
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 17.77

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