Category Archives: Books
Aberdeen Football Newspaper Book
Aberdeen Football Newspaper Book. Capture the history and greatest moments of ‘Aberdeen’ through the newspapers, as written at the time. Starting with coverage of Aberdeen’s 6:5 win over Hearts in 1926, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century. Top stories include, beating Hibs in 1947 to win the Scottish Cup, and again in 1970 against Celtic. Relive that glorious period in the team’s history in the 1980s, when they beat Rangers 2 years running in the Scottish Cup- 1982 & 1983, then went on to beat Celtic in the Scottish Cup in 1984, then Hearts in 1986, then Celtic again (on penalties) in 1990. Many of the European clashes are also covered including the 10-0 pounding of Reykjavik in the 1967 European Cup Winners Cup 1st round and of course the classic final vs Real Madrid in 1983 to win the coveted Cup Winners Cup itself and going on later that year to secure the European Super Cup beating Hamburg 2-0. Read about how Aberdeen secured their League titles, from 1955 after beating Raith Rovers to becoming Champions of the Premier League in 1985. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Aberdeen fans.
Middlesbrough Football Newspaper Book
Middlesbrough Football Newspaper Book. Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint. From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time. Capture the history and greatest moments of Middlesbrough through the newspapers, as written at the time. Starting with coverage of Middlesbrough promotion to Division 1 in 1927, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century. Top stories include the 10-3 win over Sheffield Wed in 1933, the 9-2 win over Blackpool in 1938, and 5-1 win over Arsenal in 1980, coverage of the FA Cup Final in 1997, Coca Cola Cup final in 1998 and of course winning the Carling Cup in 2004. Read about Wilf Mannion’s move to Hull in 1954 after 18 years at Middlesbrough, Brian Clough’s debut in 1955, the appointment of Jack Charlton as Manager in 1973 and much much more. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Middlesbrough fans.
Celtic Football Newspaper Book
Celtic Football Newspaper Book. Capture the history and greatest moments of ‘Celtic’ through the newspapers, as written at the time. Starting with coverage of Celtic’s 5:0 win over Rangers in the 1925 Scottish Cup semi-final, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century. Top stories include winning the Scottish Cup in 1925 and securing the title again and again including that great year in Celtic’s history – 1967, when they won 4 major titles – not only winning the Scottish Cup (again), but the League Cup, the League itself and of course broke all records by becoming the first British club in history to win the coveted European Cup. Relive that amazing feat when Celtic won the league 9 times in a row from 1966 to 1974. Read about the classic duels against Rangers, beating them to the silverware – for the League, Scottish Cup or League Cup, in 1957, 1965, 1967, 1969, 1971, 1979, 1980, 1982, 1989. All this and much more are covered. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Celtic fans.
Newcastle United Football Newspaper Book
Newcastle Utd Football Newspaper Book. Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint. From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time. Capture the history and greatest moments of Newcastle through the newspapers, as written at the time. Starting with coverage of Newcastle’s FA Final game vs Aston Villa in 1905, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century. Top stories include becoming League champions in 1907, 1909, 1927, winning the FA Cup in 1910, 1924, 1932, 1951, 1952, 1955, and Fairs Cup in 1969. Read about the 7-1 win over Man Utd in 1927, and 5-0 win in 1996, Keegan scoring the winning goal on his debut in 1982, signing Malcolm Macdonald for £180,000 in 1971, Beardsley for £1.5m in 1993, Shearer for £15m in 1996 and Owen in 2005, and much much more, 124 pages of Toon history. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Newcastle fans.
Dundee United Football Newspaper Book
Dundee Utd Football Newspaper Book. Capture the history and greatest moments of ‘Dundee Utd’ through the newspapers, as written at the time. Starting with coverage of Dundee United’s 1:0 win over Celtic in 1925, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century. Top stories include the hard fought 4-3 win over Celtic in 1949, and many of their classic encounters including Internationals, where they beat the best Europe could offer such as Barcelona and Juventus, & not forgetting the heart wrenching European Cup Semi-final in 1984 against Roma and of course the UEFA Cup Final of 1987 against Gothenburg. Also covered are the glorious defeats of arch rival Dundee including the 3-0 win in 1980 to secure the League Cup, (for the second year in a row) & the 1983 encounter when they beat them again this time to become champions of the Premier League. Read about, the classic and heart wrenching Scottish Cup Final of 1991 vs Motherwell and of course securing the Cup in 1994 when they beat Rangers at Hampden. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Dundee Utd fans.
Norwich City Football Newspaper Book
Norwich Football Newspaper Book. Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint. From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time. Capture the history and greatest moments of Norwich through the newspapers, as written at the time. Starting with coverage of Norwich’s 2-0 win over cup holder Sheffield Wed in 1908, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century. Top games are covered, including the 3-0 win over Liverpool in the FA Cup in 1937; the 4-0 win over Spurs in 1979, and the win against Bayern Munich in 1993. The trophies gained, winning the League Cup in 1962 and 1985, promotion to the First Division in 1972, and promotion to the Premiership in 2004. Read about, the first game at Carrow Road in 1935, the fire in 1984, the appointment of John Bond as manager in 1973, Delia Smith becoming board Director in 1996, and much much more. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Norwich fans.
When Football was Football: Tottenham Hotspur
When Football Was Football: Tottenham Hotspur A Nostalgic Look at a Century of the Club
When Football was Football: Newcastle United
When Football Was Football: Newcastle United A Nostalgic Look at a Century of the Club
When Football was Football: Rangers
When Football Was Football: Rangers A Nostalgic Look at a Century of the Club
When Football was Football: West Ham
When Football Was Football: West Ham A Nostalgic Look at a Century of the Club
When Football was Football: Fulham
When Football Was Football: Fulham A Nostalgic Look at a Century of the Club
When Football was Football: Stoke City
When Football Was Football: Stoke A Nostalgic Look at a Century of the Club
Liverpool Football Newspaper Book
Liverpool Football Newspaper Book . Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint. From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time. Capture the history and greatest moments of Liverpool through the newspapers, as written at the time. Starting with coverage of Liverpool becoming Division 1 Champions in 1906, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century. Top stories include beating Chelsea 6-0 in the classic 1935 encounter, League Championship wins in 1923, 1947, and 1964 when they beat Arsenal 5-0 to secure the title, and countless other times over the next 40 years including for a record 11th time in 1979 and 18th time in 1990. Relive the big cup games, the numerous League Cup wins and FA Cup titles including the double in 1986, European honours in 1973, 1976, 2001 (UEFA Cup), 1977, 1978, 1981, 1984, 2005 (European Cup). Read about Kevin Keegan’s debut in 1971, Bill Shankley’s departure in 1974, the signing of Kenny Dalglish in 1977, his becoming player of the year in 1983, Owen’s 100th Premiership goal in 2003 and much much more. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Liverpool fans.
Manchester City Football Newspaper Book
Manchester City Football Newspaper Book. From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport’s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time. Capture the history and greatest moments of Manchester City through the newspapers, as written at the time. Starting with coverage of City’s 1904 FA Cup win vs Bolton, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century. Top stories include promotion to Division 1 in 1910, beating Sheffield Wed at the ‘new’ Moss Side ground in 1923, the 3-0 win against Man Utd in 1926 to secure a place in the FA Cup Final, winning the FA Cup in 1934, 1956, 1969, and the European Cup Winners Cup in 1970. Read about the Division 1 Championship wins in 1937 and 1968, the signings of Trevor Francis in 1981, the record £2.5m transfer fee for Keith Curle in 1991, promotion to the Premiership in 2000 and much much more. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Man City fans.
Ipswich Town Newspaper Book
Ipswich Football Newspaper Book . Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint. From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport?s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time. Capture the history and greatest moments of Ipswich through the newspapers, as written at the time. Starting with coverage of Ipswich?s entry to the League in 1938, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century. Top stories include promotion to Division 2 in 1954 and Division 1 in 1961 and going onto become Division 1 Champions in their first season. European honours in 1962, beating Floriana 10-0. Beating Leeds, (after the 4th attempt) in the FA Cup tie in 1975. Other notable coverage includes winning the FA Cup against Arsenal in 1978, The European Cup in 1981, promotion to the Premiership in 2000, and much much more. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Ipswich fans.
Leeds Utd Football Newspaper Book
Leeds Football Newspaper Book. Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint. From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport?s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time. Capture the history and greatest moments of Leeds through the newspapers, as written at the time. Starting with coverage of Leeds?s election to Division 2 in 1905, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century. Top stories include, beating arch rivals Chelsea to gain promotion in 1928, beating Man Utd 5-0 in 1930, coverage of the FA Cup final games in 1965, 1970, 1972, 1973, winning the Fairs cup in 1968 and 1971, League Champions in 1969 and 1992. Read about Don Revie becoming Manager of the Year in 1969, Jack Charlton retiring in 1973, the epic win over Man Utd in 1994, the appointment of George Graham as Manager in 2001 and much much more. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Leeds fans.
Arsenal Football Newspaper Book
Arsenal Football Newspaper Book. This Individually bound, hardback book is tabloid size (38 x 30cm) captures the history and greatest moments of Arsenal through the newspapers, as written at the time. Starting with coverage of Arsenal?s 2:1 win over Huddersfield in the 1930 FA Cup Final at Wembley, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century. Top stories include beating Chelsea in 1933 to win the League, and securing the title again and again including for 3 consecutive years in the 1930s and for a record 7th time in 1953. The honours continue, beating Spurs 6-0 in 1935, winning the FA Cup in 1936 and many other times over the next 70 years, including the double in 1971, 1998 and 2002. European games are also covered, including winning the Cup Winners? Cup in 1994 and the European Cup Final in 1995. Read about the signing of Bergkamp in 1995, Henry in 1999, the amazing 2004 season without losing a game, and much, much more. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Arsenal fans.
Fulham FC Newspaper Book
Fulham Football Newspaper Book. Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint. From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport?s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time. Capture the history and greatest moments of Fulham through the newspapers, as written at the time. Starting with coverage of Fulham?s quarter final FA Cup win over Man Utd in 1908, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century. Top stories include promotion to Division 2 in 1932 and Division 1 in 1949, winning the English Cup against Derby in 1936, the 1958 FA Cup semi final replay vs Man Utd and becoming Finalists in 1975. Read about the signing of Bobby Moore in 1974, and George Best in 1976, Mohammed Al Fayed?s take over of the club in 1997 and Kevin Keegan?s appointment in the same year, promotion to the Premiership in 2001 and much much more. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Fulham fans.
Leicester City Newspaper Book
Leicester Football Newspaper Book. Relive those glorious moments of your favourite team captured in newsprint. From the early 20th century to the recent past, each book affords a unique perspective on your team or sport?s colourful history. They are not written by someone looking back in time, but by reporters who witnessed the games and events as they unfolded and in a language of the time. Capture the history and greatest moments of Leicester through the newspapers, as written at the time. Starting with coverage of Leicester?s promotion to Division 2 in 1908, this book charts a glorious history of great games and League and Cup titles through the decades of the 20th century. Top stories include promotion to Division 1 in 1925, FA Cup Final games in 1949 against Wolves, 1961 against Spurs, 1963 against Man Utd, and finalists again in 1969. Also included is coverage of the great League Cup win in 1964 and the final against Chelsea in 1965. Read about the signing of the 17 year old Peter Shilton in 1967, the departure on Gary Lineker in 1985, promotion to the Premiership in 1994 and much much more. A unique and wonderful gift and must have for all Leicester fans.
