Christmas 2022: Sport
Selected by the Bookshop
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The astonishing history of the rise, fall, and rise again of women’s football, from the late 19th century to the present day.DISCOVER THE STORY OF THE WOMEN WHO PAVED THE WAY FOR THE LIONESSES‘A truly important book; shines a…
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Remarkable Football Grounds is a collection of some of the most memorable places to watch and play football around the world. They range from the stellar stadiums of the Premier League to windswept islands in the Scottish Hebrides or the…
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**SHORTLISTED FOR THE SUNDAY TIMES SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2023**'Full of delightful anecdotes and interviews and fascinating historical tales' Mail on SundayA panoramic portrait of the wonderous vehicle whose passenger is also its engine.A…
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It never seems like the right time to start a business. The idea to start our own company first cropped up during one of our many 'beer and a board game' sessions after work at our flat. And when Steve began writing reviews of board games…
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'An important, inspiring book by someone that has encouraged million of people to experience the wonders and friendships of Britain's rivers, lakes and seas' ROBERT MACFARLANE'A treasured guide for anyone who wants to venture into rivers,…
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Bat, Ball and Field combines a perfect introduction to the sport of cricket and a wonderful foray into its history. 'Hotten is not just good, he is one of the best' Cricketer Chronicling the…
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For fans of The Queen's Gambit, this is the real life story of a female chess champion travelling the world to compete in a male-dominated sport with the most famous players of all time.Jennifer Shahade, a two-time US women's chess…
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'This book is a work of art about football's works of art... Loved it.' - Kevin Day, broadcaster'A beautiful showcase of such a distinctive part of the game's culture... impossible not to get lost in the book' – Miguel…