The British and Irish Lions: the Official History
Author | : Greg Thomas |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 536 |
Release | : 2020-11-12 |
ISBN-10 | : 190953479X |
ISBN-13 | : 9781909534797 |
Rating | : 4/5 (797 Downloads) |
Download or read book The British and Irish Lions: the Official History written by Greg Thomas and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-12 with total page 536 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Authorative, comprehensive, all encompassing and the last word on the history of the British & Irish Lions - this book is essential reading for dedicated followers of the team that best represents the spirit of rugby - The British & Irish Lions is one of the most storied teams in rugby history - and this is their only official history. - Over 130 years of Lions rugby is chronicled in this authoritative and lavishly illustrated book which was originally written by Clem Thomas, (Lion #386), up to the 1993 Tour and then carried on by his son Greg and renowned rugby writer, Rob Cole. - With over 500 pages of content the book is simply the most comprehensive and thorough re-telling of Lions' history - Each tour is covered in detail - Over 400 illustrations, including photographs, paintings, scrapbooks & memorabilia - A foreword by Lions Chairman, Jason Leonard #644 - A 75 page statistics section that includes: the score and team makeup of every Test played by the Lions, full lists of every Lion by A-Z and by order of appearance (from #1 Jack Anderton to #835 Finn Russell), records against each country, appearances, points, tries and so much more.