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Fathers, Sons and Football Colin Shindler

Fathers, Sons and Football By Colin Shindler

Fathers, Sons and Football by Colin Shindler


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Summary

The author weaves together the Summerbee family story, including the women closest to them, in an account of how football and the players have changed since the 1930s, from living alongside the fans, to the modern heroes who are paid fortunes and hide away in exclusive developments.

Fathers, Sons and Football Summary

Fathers, Sons and Football by Colin Shindler

The Summerbee family is unique in that three successive generations have played professional football - George, the unsuccessful journeyman; Mike, who starred for Manchester City in their golden era; and now Nicky, who has played at the top level for City and Sunderland. Their careers have taken different paths, and the rewards have varied hugely, but in the end they all have to contend with disappointment and frustration. In this updated edition, the author shows how professional football affects them and also how their families cope with the dramatic changes in mood and success, where a bad day at the office can result in tens of thousands of fans screaming abuse or a good day brings mass adoration.

Fathers, Sons and Football Reviews

Unusual but excellent ... Compelling stuff. The football book of the year, perhaps. - Richard Whitehead, The Times

Amusing and candid and throws a bit of light on the dysfunctional nature of many in the beautiful game - Martin Chilton, Evening Standard

A readable account of a traumatic journey through the realignment of the classes - Chris Maume, Independent

He is particularly good on evoking the atmosphere of provincial England ... An enjoyable and informative book - Leo McKinstry, Sunday Telegraph

Brilliantly written and outstandingly researched ... Surely the best book written about the beautiful game this year - Matt Donlan, Yorkshire Evening Post

Evocative and atmospheric, it serves as a mordant reminder that the Glory Game can also be a deeply tawdry game - Chris Maume, Independent

A fascinating study into footballing life and an interesting social comment on the impact of the sport as a whole - Matthew Dunn, Express on Sunday

A fascinating book - Paul Connolly, The Times

About Colin Shindler

Colin Shindler is a leading TV writer and producer. He was responsible for the series Lovejoy and Madson, as well as the film Buster, and won a BAFTA for his production of A Little Princess. His first book, Manchester United Ruined My Life, was a big bestseller and was shortlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year prize; he is now working on a film of the book.

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9780747232254
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Fathers, Sons and Football by Colin Shindler
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Headline Publishing Group
20020429
336
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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

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