Soccer Books Limited New Biographies

Messi – The Inside Story of the Boy who Became a Legend A revised and updated edition of this fascinating biography of Lionel Messi, the brilliant young FC Barcelona and Argentina forward who was voted FIFA World Player of the Year in both 2009 and 2010. This updated edition published in 2012. Size: 130mm x 198mm – 311 pages. Softback Price: £7.99 • EUR € • US $

Gareth Bale – The Biography A biography of Gareth Bale, the flying Tottenham Hotspur and Wales winger who has developed into one of the most feared wide players in World football. Published in 2011. Size: 160mm x 241mm – 276 pages. Hardback Price: £17.99 • EUR € • US $

Brian Clough – Nobody Ever Says Thank You – The Biography An in-depth biography of the late Brian Clough, a prolific goalscorer in his playing days at Middlesbrough and Sunderland who is remembered for his successes in management at Derby County and Nottingham Forest, not to mention his brash, colourful character. Published in 2011. Size: 160mm x 242mm – 566 pages. Hardback Price: £20.00 • EUR € • US $

Dennis Tueart – My Football Journey The autobiography of Dennis Tueart, a former England winger who played for a number of clubs during his career. Tueart is best remembered for his time at Sunderland, his first club, and for two spells at Manchester City split by two seasons playing for New York Cosmos in the North American Soccer League. Published in 2011. Size: 158mm x 242mm – 291 pages. Hardback Price: £18.99 • EUR € • US $

Arthur Milton – Last of the Double Internationals The fascinating biography of the late Arthur Milton, a first-class cricketer who played for Gloucestershire from 1948 until 1974 who combined his cricketing career with one in football, playing for Arsenal and Bristol City during the 1950s. Milton is one of only 12 men who have played both Cricket and Football at International level as he won one cap for the England football team and appeared in six test matches for the England cricket team! Published in 2011. Size: 164mm x 241mm – 368 pages. Hardback Price: £18.99 • EUR € • US $

Brian Barwick – Anfield Days and Wembley Ways The autobiography of Brian Barwick, a former journalist who became head of sport at both the BBC and later ITV before becoming Chief Executive of the Football Association. Barwick recounts may anecdotes of his experiences in these jobs. Published in 2011. Size: 160mm x 241mm – 303 pages. Hardback Price: £14.99 • EUR € • US $

Paul Gascoigne – Glorious – My World, Football and Me A well-illustrated, full-colour book from the former England midfielder Paul Gascoigne, which looks back at the highs and lows of his career which was plagued by many controversial events. Published in 2011. Size: 198mm x 238mm – 256 pages. Hardback Price: £19.99 • EUR € • US $

Sir Alex Ferguson – The Official Manchester United Story of 25 Years at The Top This full-colour, well-illustrated official Manchester United publication contains a look at Sir Alex Ferguson’s remarkable 25 year tenure as Boss at Old Trafford during which the club has achieved unmatched success. Published in 2011. Size: 196mm x 255mm – 269 pages. Hardback Price: £19.99 • EUR € • US $

John Robertson – Super Tramp – My Autobiography The autobiography of John Robertson, the former Scottish international winger who won a host of trophies with Nottingham Forest during the club's most successful period, Robertson himself scoring the winning goal in the 1980 European Cup Final. Published in 2011. Size: 159mm x 241mm – 240 pages. Hardback Price: £17.99 • EUR € • US $

Pepe Reina – My Autobiography The autobiography of Liverpool FC's Spanish international goalkeeper, José Manuel "Pepe" Reina Páez who has become a firm favourite with fans at Anfield since his arrival from Villarreal in 2005. Published in 2011. Size: 160mm x 241mm – 317 pages. Hardback Price: £18.99 • EUR € • US $

There but for Fortune – The Story of David Mills The autobiography of David Mills, a former striker who made his name at Middlesbrough but also played for West Bromwich Albion, Sheffield Wednesday, Newcastle United and Darlington during the 1970s and 1980s. Mills bears the distinction of being the first player in Britain to transfer for more than half a million pounds when he signed for West Brom in 1979. Published in 2011. Size: 162mm x 241mm – 255 pages. Hardback Price: £16.99 • EUR € • US $

The Day I Met Brian Clough …And Other Tributes A collection of memories and anecdotes about the late Brian Clough which includes contributions from many of his family members along those of with fans, friends and former players. Published in 2011. Royalties from the sales of this book are being donated to the Brian Clough Memorial Fund. Size: 137mm x 210mm – 192 pages. Softback Price: £9.99 • EUR € • US $

Chris Sutton – Paradise and Beyond – My Autobiography The autobiography of Chris Sutton, a striker who made his name playing for Norwich City and Blackburn Rovers but who is best remembered for a successful six-year period at Celtic. Sutton also played for Chelsea, Birmingham City and Aston Villa and, in this book, discusses his later brief management career as boss of Lincoln City. Published in 2011. Size: 162mm x 234mm – 269 pages. Hardback Price: £18.99 • EUR € • US $

Gordon Smith – Prince of Wingers A biography of the late Gordon Smith, recognised as one of the greatest Scottish footballers of all time who was one of Hibernian's "Famous Five" players during the club's most successful era. Smith remains Hibs' all-time leading goalscorer, netting 364 goals during 18 years at Easter Road and holds the distinction of being the only Scottish player to have won a Scottish League Championship with three clubs – Hibs, Hearts and Dundee. This book was written by Gordon's son, Tony. Published in 2011. Size: 164mm x 234mm – 340 pages. Hardback Price: £17.99 • EUR € • US $

Walter Smith – The Ibrox Gaffer – A Tribute to a Rangers Legend A tribute to Walter Smith, a hugely successful manager for Glasgow Rangers who retired at the end of the 2010/2011 season. The Gers won more than twenty trophies during Smith's two spells as manager of the club and this book feature tributes from many of the Rangers greats who played for him. Published in 2011. Size: 163mm x 241mm – 246 pages. Hardback Price: £17.99 • EUR € • US $

There’s Only One Sauzee – When Le God Graced Easter Road This book tells the story of former French international midfielder Franck Sauzée's time at Hibernian FC. Despite spending just two seasons at Easter Road towards the end of his playing career, Sauzée made a big impact as club captain and is a hero to fans of Hibs. Published in 2011. Size: 162mm x 234mm – 199 pages. Hardback Price: £17.99 • EUR € • US $

Norman ‘Black Jake’ Uprichard The autobiography of the late Norman Uprichard, a Northern Ireland international goalkeeper during the 1950s who played for Swindon Town, Portsmouth and Southend United. Uprichard was known for being a bit of a character and this book is full of anecdotes about his life and career – the nickname 'Black Jake' came after he was given a lift to an international match in a coal lorry and turned up covered in coal dust! Published in 2011. Size: 172mm x 247mm – 158 pages. Softback Price: £14.99 • EUR € • US $

Mourinho – Further Anatomy of a Winner An updated biography of José Mourinho, one of the most controversial but most successful managers in world football, which pays particular attention to the self-proclaimed "Special One's" recent managerial career in Italy and Spain. Published in 2011. Size: 140mm x 234mm – 310 pages. Hardback Price: £20.00 • EUR € • US $

Paul Scholes – My Story A full-colour, well-illustrated autobiography from Paul Scholes, the former Manchester United and England midfielder, which looks back at his glittering 17-year playing career. Published in 2011. Size: 197mm x 238mm – 298 pages. Hardback Price: £19.99 • EUR € • US $

A Life too Short – The Tragedy of Robert Enke A biography of the late Robert Enke, a German international goalkeeper who played for a number of clubs in Germany and other countries and who was regarded was one of the best keepers of his generation. Enke struggled with clinical depression for much of his career and tragically committed suicide aged just 32 years old, when still at his peak as a player. Published in 2011. Size: 141mm x 224mm – 390 pages. Hardback Price: £16.99 • EUR € • US $

Walking in a Fergie Wonderland – The Biography of Britain’s Greatest Football Manager A biography of Sir Alex Ferguson, the famous manager of Manchester United who has led the Red Devils to dozens of trophies during 25 years in charge. Published in 2010. Size: 160mm x 241mm – 262 pages. Hardback Price: £17.99 • EUR € • US $

The Inspirational William McGregor A look at the life and achievements of William McGregor, a football administrator who is remembered for the instrumental role he played in the foundation of the Football League in 1888, later serving as Chairman and President of the organisation. McGregor, a Scot, was also involved in the running of Aston Villa FC and played a vital role as an administrator in the early years of the club, later becoming club Chairman in 1897. Published in 2011. Size: 155mm x 218mm – 83 pages. Hardback Price: £9.99 • EUR € • US $

Denis Law – My Life in Football A well-produced photographic autobiography from Manchester United legend, Denis Law, which contains hundreds of photographs taken from throughout his illustrious career. Published in 2011. Size: 220mm x 272mm – 250 pages. Hardback Price: £25.00 • EUR € • US $

Gary Neville – Red – My Autobiography The autobiography of Gary Neville, former Club Captain of Manchester United, who made over 600 appearances for the Red Devils and also won 85 England caps during a long and successful career. Published in 2011. Size: 160mm x 241mm – 311 pages. Hardback Sale Price (Save £9.50): £9.49 • EUR € • US $

Joe Fagan – Reluctant Champion – The Authorised Biography The authorised biography of the late Joe Fagan, a Manchester City defender during the 1940s and 1950s who is better remembered for his time at Liverpool where he worked firstly as assistant to Bob Paisley and then as manager of the club. During his brief time at the helm, Fagan became the first British manager to win a 'Treble' as Liverpool won the European Cup, Football League Championship and League Cup during the 1983/84 season. Published in 2011. Size: 160mm x 240mm – 346 pages. Hardback Price: £20.00 • EUR € • US $

Ronnie Whelan – My Autobiography – Walk On – My Life in Red The autobiography of Ronnie Whelan, the Republic of Ireland midfielder who was a mainstay of Liverpool's successful teams during the 1980s and early 1990s, making 443 appearances and scoring 73 goals during his 15 seasons at the club. Published in 2011. Size: 162mm x 241mm – 288 pages. Hardback Price: £18.99 • EUR € • US $

Theo Walcott – Growing Up Fast The autobiography of Theo Walcott, the pacy young England forward who began his career at Southampton and, following his move to Arsenal, has developed into one of the most promising young players in Europe. Published in 2011. Size: 162mm x 242mm – 280 pages. Hardback Price: £18.99 • EUR € • US $

Robin van Persie – The Biography A biography of Robin van Persie, the Arsenal and Holland striker who has developed into a key player for the Gunners since his arrival from Feyenoord in 2004. Published in 2011. Size: 160mm x 241mm – 262 pages. Hardback Price: £17.99 • EUR € • US $

I’m Not Really Here – Paul Lake – A Life of Two Halves The autobiography of Paul Lake, a versatile footballer who was part of Manchester City's 1986 F.A. Youth Cup winning team and subsequently made over 100 appearances for the club's first team. Lake was touted as a future England captain by manager Bobby Robson before serious injury struck and in this book Lake tells of his long but unsuccessful battle to recover and play once again. Published in 2011. Size: 143mm x 223mm – 406 pages. Hardback Price: £14.99 • EUR € • US $

Over the Bar – Jack Kelsey – Memories of My Career with Arsenal FC and Wales First published in 1958, this book is a reprint of the autobiography of Jack Kelsey, the famous Arsenal and Wales goalkeeper. Kelsey made over 350 appearances for the Gunners, also winning 41 caps for his country, and is regarded as one of the club's greatest-ever keepers. This edition published in 2011. Size: 149mm x 211mm – 206 pages. Softback Price: £12.95 • EUR € • US $

Where’s Your Caravan? My Life on Football’s B-Roads – Chris Hargreaves The memoir of Chris Hargreaves, a footballer who made over 700 appearances during his long career, mostly in the lower divisions at a number of clubs including Grimsby Town, Hull City, Plymouth Argyle, Northampton Town, Oxford United and Torquay United. Published in 2011. Size: 129mm x 198mm – 344 pages. Softback Price: £8.99 • EUR € • US $

Snod This for a Laugh – Ian Snodin Ian Snodin, a midfielder and defender at a number of clubs during the 1980s and 1990s, notably Everton, Leeds United and Doncaster Rovers, recounts many amusing anecdotes from throughout his career. Published in 2010. Size: 142mm x 223mm – 207 pages. Hardback Price: £14.99 • EUR € • US $

Alright Aldo – On the Road with Everybody’s Favourite Irish Scouser – John Aldridge John Aldridge, the former Liverpool and Republic of Ireland striker, recounts many anecdotes about his playing days, his time as manager of Tranmere Rovers and his experiences travelling around Europe following Liverpool FC as part of his media work. Published in 2010. Size: 142mm x 223mm – 254 pages. Hardback Price: £14.99 • EUR € • US $

The Complete George Best A match-by-match look at the career of Manchester United legend, George Best, which reports on every match he played for Manchester United and Northern Ireland. The book also lists the date, result, opponents, attendance and Best's team's line-up for each of these games as well as for the match he played throughout the rest of his career at Stockport County, Los Angeles Aztecs, Fulham, Fort Lauderdale Strikers, Hibernian, San Jose Earthquakes and Bournemouth! Published in 2008. Size: 139mm x 216mm – 329 pages. Softback Price: £10.95 • EUR € • US $

New Soccer Books

January and February 2012 Sale