Sportsbiografier

The story of arguably the most incredible fighter in the history of boxing, told by one of the few surviving writers to have been around during Henry Armstrong's era. In 1938, he became the first boxer to simultaneously hold world titles at three different weights. Nobody since then has replicated this amazing feat. It's likely no one will.

Yorkshire Grit: The Biography of Ray Illingworth traces the rise of a brilliant Yorkshire cricketer from humble origins to the England captaincy and his triumph in regaining the Ashes in Australia in 1970/71. But the qualities that made him a fine captain, paradoxically, were the undoing of his time as manager both at Yorkshire and with England.

Mr Corinthian is the first-ever biography of Nicholas Lane ('Pa') Jackson, founding father of the celebrated Corinthian Football Club. For the last 100 years, Jackson's version of the Corinthian story has been accepted as a faithful record of the famous club's history - but it wasn't. This book is a search for the truth.

Roy Massey tells the fascinating story of his 50 years in football as a player, coach and scout. He was Arsenal assistant academy manager from 1998 to 2014, helping the Gunners build a thriving academy. Roy has had a privileged insider's view of the full gamut of the sport's evolutionary changes, which he shares with us in this book.

The Lion Who Never Roared is the heart-breaking yet inspiring story of Jack Leslie, who was selected for England in 1925. He was denied the chance due to his skin colour but bounced back scoring 137 goals in 400 games for Plymouth Argyle and became the first black captain in the Football League.

The Natural is the compelling story of a great forgotten talent who potted snooker balls fast and potted them hard. Patsy Houlihan was a top amateur star in the 1950s and 60s, but the professional game was a closed shop and the likes of Patsy weren't welcome. However, in the smoke-filled snooker halls of the UK he became a folk hero and legend.

Mucky Boots is a warts-and-all story of football club ownership. Raised within sight of Bramall Lane, Kevin McCabe built a global property business and bought Sheffield United. As Blades supremo, he took on the FA and, with bitter irony, lost his club in court as the Blades returned to the Premier League.

Gilly is the tragic account of a West Indian fast bowler whose rise to greatness was undermined by his volatile temperament on and off the field. Banned from Test cricket for dangerous bowling at age 24, his refusal to curb his aggressive behaviour and chaotic lifestyle led to constant scrapes with authority and, ultimately, to a life unfulfilled.

Former Burnley FC director Clive Holt brings us the inside track on his 35 years at the club in a compelling memoir chock-full of anecdotes and previously untold stories. Clive's knowledge of the workings of Burnley was encyclopaedic, and as company secretary he knew exactly what was going on throughout the club.

Rovers Till I Die is the story of Blackburn Rovers legend Bob Crompton, a man of humble birth who achieved soaring success in and out of football. The son of a small-town beer seller, he became the first professional captain of England and later a successful director, coach and manager of Blackburn, plus an entrepreneur, inventor and manufacturer.

Inside Diego is an intimate portrait of the greatest footballer of all time, from the person in football who knew him best. As Diego Maradona's personal trainer, Fernando Signorini spent more than a decade at the superstar's side, witnessing a dizzying array of highs and lows, from helping Diego recuperate from a broken ankle in 1983 to his dramatic exit from the 1994 World Cup after a failed drugs test. Signorini offers a unique perspective on the troubled legend, giving us the lowdown not only on Diego's evolution as an athlete, but on Diego the human being, a far cry from the character we saw on TV screens. He brings us the inside track on Maradona's preparation for three World Cups: Mexico 86, Italia 90 and USA 94. We also get an insider view on his battles with fame, drugs and extramarital paternity, plus his time in charge of the Argentine national team. Brimming with incredible stories and anecdotes, Inside Diego is an intensely personal rollercoaster account of a flawed football genius.

Galvinised charts the contrasting fortunes of footballing brothers Chris and Tony Galvin. Elder brother Chris struggled to make it at Leeds United and then lower-league sides. Tony won the FA Cup and UEFA Cup with Spurs and enjoyed international success with Ireland. Their tales shows how tough it is to make it in the game.

Brave Enough Not to Quit: How I Realised My Football Dream is the inspirational story of Millie Farrow, a footballer who has battled major injuries and mental-health problems, but remains determined to succeed. Now she is using her experiences to help others facing adversity. This is a story of fighting back from rock bottom to find happiness.

Known as Australias tennis bad boy, Nick Kyrgios is a staple name in the world of tennis. With his unconventional playing style, constant battles with authority and a knack for showing off his boorish behaviour and uncontrollable temper mid-game, Nick is a the poster boy that continues to make headlines in sport whether hes winning, losing or anything in-between. Kyrgios - The Smash Hits celebrates Australias ultimate tennis headliner featuring yarns, quotes, interviews and stats on the small-town boy discovering his natural talents at a sport he initially didnt like.

This volume is a short biography of Nadia Comaneci, winner of five gold medals at the Olympics. Do you know a language other than English? If you do, I give you permission to translate this book, copyright your translation, publish or self-publish it, and keep all the royalties for yourself. (Do give me credit, of course, for the original book.)

Duncan Edwards: Eternal is a captivating book by acclaimed author Wayne Barton. This book, published by Reach plc in 2023, delves into the fascinating genre of biography. The narrative beautifully encapsulates the life and times of its titular character, Duncan Edwards, immersing readers in a journey of discovery and intrigue. Wayne Barton's masterful storytelling and in-depth research shine through in every page, making this a must-read for any biography enthusiasts. The publication of Duncan Edwards: Eternal in 2023 marked a significant addition to the genre, further establishing Wayne Barton's reputation as a respected author. Published by Reach plc, this book is a testament to their commitment to bringing quality literature to readers worldwide. This book is written in English.

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AND AWARD-WINNING AUTHORAS SEEN ON NETFLIX'S AT HOME WITH THE FURYS 'Tyson Fury is an amazing real-life champion' - Sylvester Stallone, star of Rocky'The People's Champion' - Times'A boxing phenomenon...the anarchic and enormous sports star may prove to be the last of the boxing greats' - John Sutherland, The TimesSon. Father. Husband. Brother. Fighter. Showman. Mental health champion. Told with unflinching honesty and rock-star charisma, Gloves Off by Tyson Fury is the autobiography of a sporting icon, the like of which we may never see again.The undefeated heavyweight champion Tyson Fury looks back on his life and career to understand his remarkable rise, fall, and rise again, which has seen him journey from the brink of suicide to boxing immortality, culminating in his sensational knockout victory against Dillian Whyte at Wembley Stadium in front of a record-breaking 94,000 fans.Tyson's book reveals surprising and personal new sides to his character: he opens up about his fairy-tale romance with beloved wife Paris, and their down-to-earth life raising six beautiful children. He describes how his Traveller upbringing forged him, and how his fighting family, including dad John and his brothers, have sustained him.In the process, Tyson discusses his mental health and weight battles, his faith and his greatest boxing experiences. He discloses deeply moving new stories: in the weeks before the biggest fight of his career, Tyson was sleeping on a hospital floor in intensive care tending to his baby daughter, Athena, who was born premature and fighting for her life.Funny, frank and never less than entertaining, this is Tyson Fury at his very best, as you have never read before.

The Evolution of the GAA brings together leading writers and academics to examine the history of the GAA over 125 years and Gaelic games over previous centuries. This collection outlines the progress made by the organisation and its games in Ulster, Ireland and abroad.The first section comprises a number of personal reflections by prominent members of the GAA from the last seven decades: President Mary McAleese, Cardinal Seàn Brady, Paddy McFlynn, Maurice Hayes, Jim McKeever, Peter Quinn and Mickey Harte. In the second and third sections, a series of academic essays explore various themes of GAA history, such as the antiquity of hurling and related games in Ulster; the founding of the GAA; the social aspects of early clubs; the role of the press in the propagation of the association; its relationship with religion and politics; its initial struggles in Ulster; the development of the playing rules of football and hurling; the reduction of violence in the games; camogie up to 1950; and the international dimensions of the GAA.The fourth section includes an appraisal of Cardinal Cardinal O'Fiaich's involvement with the GAA, and reveals new information about John McKay, the Ulsterman who attended the first meeting of the association in 1884.Also contained are new records of Ulster senior hurling and football championship results and final teams back to 1888, and the most comprehensive bibliography of GAA-related material published to date. Dozens of previously unpublished photographs and other images feature throughout the volume.

For nineteen years, Debrah "Madusa" Miceli was a star in professional wrestling -- WWE champion Alundra Blayze. She jumped into the world of monster trucks with reckless abandon, earning the nickname "The Queen of Carnage." For the first time, Madusa reveals her childhood traumas, her triumphs and tragedies, her loves and heartbreaks.

The inside story of a Canadian soccer superstar, who, by age 20, captured the hearts of a nation and became an inspiration to refugees around the world.

Over the last two decades, Eddie Bravo has been at the forefront of revolutions we’ve seen in the arts of fighting, comedy, and podcasting. But he wasn’t alone in his journey.