Lions of Wales by Peter Jackson
No nation has made a greater contribution to the Lions than Wales. During almost half a century since the end of the Second World War, they have truly provided the lion's share not just of members of the supporting cast but also of captains, coaches and managers. In addition, they have provided some of the greatest players in the history of the game and some of the most endearing, none more so than Harry Bowcott, the oldest surviving Lion of all, who recalls in Lions of Wales what it was like to tour New Zealand almost 70 years ago. The book recounts prodigious deeds and features unforgettable characters, such as Bobby Windsor, hooker in the invincible 1974 team. He and many others, from J.P.R. Williams to Barry John, Gareth Edwards to Phil Bennett, relive the epic matches and point to the decisive moments in the history of the Lions. This new edition of Lions of Wales has been fully updated to include those Welsh players selected for the 2005 tour of New Zealand. It contains a complete reference section detailing every Welsh Lion to have played for the most exclusive of all touring teams since the first post-war expedition to New Zealand in 1950 and is a must for rugby lovers of any generation.
"'Peter Jackson is one of the best sports reporters in the game and his abilities shine through hereThe profiles are warm, friendly but frank ... superbly readable' - Sunday Times" "A fabulous read (*****)" Rugby World
Peter Jackson has spent a lifetime in sports journalism, specialising in rugby union since joining the Daily Mail in 1974, He has covered all five World Cups, followed the Lions all over the southern hemisphere and won awards for his reportage of the revolution in the wake of the sport being declared open in August 1995. His other books include the acclaimed Bread of Heaven, which he co-wrote with former Wales captain Ieuen Evans, and Lions of England.
| SKU | GOR001651940 |
| ISBN 13 | 9781845960728 |
| ISBN 10 | 1845960726 |
| Title | Lions of Wales |
| Author | Peter Jackson |
| Condition | Very Good |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Transworld Publishers Ltd |
| Year published | 2005-11-17 |
| Number of pages | 240 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us |
