The fascinating biography of Charles W. Alcock, who during the late 19th Century was simultaneously Secretary of both the Football Association and Surrey County Cricket Club. Alcock, who had enjoyed a sporting career which included Captaining Cup-winning and International football teams, was instrumental in the foundation of the F.A. Cup and Cricket's County Championship. Published in 2002. Size: 154mm x 218 289 pages.
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The autobiography of Darren Anderton, the former England midfielder who is best remembered for a 12 years period at Tottenham Hotspur between the years of 1992 and 2004, during which time he made almost 300 appearances for the club. Anderton also played for a number of other teams including Portsmouth and Wolverhampton Wanderers before retiring in 2008. Published in 2010. Size: 162mm x 241mm 254 pages.
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The autobiography of 'Big' Ron Atkinson, a former footballer and TV pundit who is best known for a long managerial career at a number of clubs including Manchester United, West Bromwich Albion, Atlético Madrid, Sheffield Wednesday, Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest. This edition was published in 1999. Size: 130mm x 198mm 246 pages.
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A biography of the late John Atyeo, a record goalscorer at his only club Bristol City during the 1950s and 1960s, who scored 350 League and Cup goals for the Robins in 597 appearances. Atyeo also scored 5 goals in 6 international appearances for England and was noted for never receiving a caution or red card during his career. Published in 2005. Size: 161mm x 236mm 240 pages.
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The autobiography of the late Alan Ball, a World Cup winner with England in 1966 who also was also well known for his later managerial career. This edition published in 2005. Size: 111mm x 178mm 392 pages.
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An extremely well-illustrated photographic tribute to the late George Best. Published in 2005. Size: 232mm x 294mm 120 pages.
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This memoir from the sister of George Best provides a different view of the life of the Manchester United legend and tells of Best's childhood and his family's efforts to help him battle against alcoholism in later life. Published in 2007. Size: 130mm x 198mm 230 pages.
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A celebration of the life and career of the late George Best. This well-illustrated book links anecdotes about Best to items of memorabilia from an avid fan's collection which includes many rare photographs. Published in 2007. Size: 160mm x 241mm 339 pages.
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A pocket-sized book about the late George Best containing a collection of quotes and recollections from Best himself, girlfriends, players and pundits. Published in 2006. Size: 110mm x 181mm 90 pages.
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Subtitled, "The Inside Story of Football's Golden Era", this book contains a collection of footballing anecdotes from George Best recounting his experiences during the 1960s and 1970s. Published in 2005. Size: 158mm x 240mm 321 pages.
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An examination into the careers of Manchester United favourites Duncan Edwards and George Best which compares and contrasts their time at the club and also follows the fortunes of the United during this era. Published in 2006. Size: 152mm x 233mm 255 pages.
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An interesting biography of Stan Bowles, one of the most talented English players of the 1970's who is still remembered as a maverick and troublemaker. Published in 2002. Size: 134mm x 214mm 232 pages.
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A well-produced biography of Johnny Budgie Byrne from Breedon Books. Byrne played for Crystal Palace, Fulham and England as well as for clubs in South Africa but he is best remembered for his time at West Ham United. Published in 2004. Size: 161mm x 240mm 272 pages.
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This authorised biography of Will Carling, who was the youngest-ever Captain of the England Rugby Union team when awarded the role in 1988, provides a 'warts-and-all' account of his life and career playing for Harlequins and England. This updated edition published in 1994. Size: 112mm x 179mm 403 pages.
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The autobiography of the former England Rugby Union player, Mike Catt, who played for Bath and London Irish during a long and successful career. This edition published in 2007. Size: 129mm x 198mm 354 pages.
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The autobiography of Ian Chappell, the former Australian cricketer who is widely regarded as one of the greatest captains the game has seen. In addition to his talent as a batsman, Chappell is remembered for his blunt and outspoken manner which led to many confrontations with opponents and administrators alike. Since retiring as a player, Chappell has worked in the media, becoming a high-profile sports journalist and cricket commentator. Published in 2005. Size: 164mm x 242mm 238 pages.
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A well-produced photographic autobiography from Sir Bobby Charlton which contains hundreds of photographs taken from throughout his illustrious career. Published in 2009. Size: 219mm x 272mm 282 pages.
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In the first volume of his autobiography, Sir Bobby Charlton recalls his illustrious career at Manchester United for whom he made 754 appearances over a 17 year period. During this time, Charlton emerged as one of the 'Busby Babes', survived the tragedy of the Munich Air Disaster and went on to win the European Cup with United. Published in 2007. Size: 161mm x 241mm 388 pages.
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In the second volume of his autobiography, Sir Bobby Charlton recalls his illustrious career playing for England for whom he made 106 appearances during a 22 year period. Despite playing as midfielder, Charlton's ferocious shooting saw him score 49 goals for his country, a record total which has yet to be surpassed. Published in 2008. Size: 161mm x 240mm 374 pages.
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As a follow up to his well-received 1997 autobiography, Tales from the Boot Camps, former striker Steve Claridge relates his varied experiences over the past 12 years. Between 1997 and his retirement in 2007, Claridge played for no fewer than 14 clubs and also spent time as manager at Portsmouth, Weymouth and a period of just 36 days in charge of Millwall! Claridge now works in the media. Published in 2009. Size: 159mm x 241mm 290 pages.
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A tribute to the late Brian Clough which looks at his incredible career as both player and manager. This book contains a match-by-match run-down of his goals scored as a player plus brief reports of every game he was involved in as a manager. Also includes tributes from his former players and associates, members of the press and the fans themselves. Published in 2004. Size: 147mm x 210mm 228 pages.
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The autobiography of Ashley Cole, the Chelsea and England full-back. This book details his early life and career and includes Cole's side of the story about his controversial transfer from Arsenal. Published in 2006. Size: 158mm x 240mm 276 pages.
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A biography of Tim Coleman, a well-known striker during the early 20th Century who played for a number of clubs including Woolwich Arsenal, Everton, Sunderland and Nottingham Forest. As a footballer, Coleman was notable for his involvement in the first-ever players' strike as a member of the outlawed Players' Union. Upon the outbreak of the First World War, Coleman joined the famous Footballers' Battalion and served on the Western Front where he won the Military Medal for bravery. Published in 2009. Size: 145mm x 222mm 240 pages.
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A well-researched biography of Steve Coppell, the former Manchester United and England winger who is perhaps best known for his managerial career at a number of clubs, most notably Crystal Palace and Reading. This book includes contributions from a number of famous names to have worked with Coppell during his career including Tommy Docherty, Lou Macari, Alan Pardew and Brian Barwick. Published in 2009. Size: 161mm x 243mm 202 pages.
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The autobiography of Paddy Crerand, the combative former midfielder who found fame playing for Celtic, Manchester United and Scotland in a career running from 1957 through to 1972. Published in 2007. Size: 160mm x 241mm 290 pages.
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A biography of Wolves legend Stan Cullis who also Captained England at the age of just 22. Cullis's playing career was later eclipsed by his successes as a manager at Wolves where he won three League Championships and two F.A. Cups. Published in 2005. Size: 152mm x 233mm 190 pages.
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