Description
The life and times of Don Revie - one of the most complex and controversial men ever to grace the game of football. Shortlisted for THE SUNDAY TIMES Sports Book Awards 2022.
About the Author
Christopher Evans has been the Member of Parliament for Islwyn since 2010. Currently he serves as the Shadow Minister for Defence Procurement. His first book, Fearless Freddie: The Life and Times of Freddie Mills was published in 2017 and shortlisted for The Times Biography of the Year at the 2018 Sports Book Awards. Christopher Evans lives in South Wales and is married to Julia and has two children. @Chris_EvansMP
Reviews
A no-holds-barred insight that convinces the reader that Don Revie stands amongst the giants of English football -- Lord Mann
Excellent book... an honest and balanced assessment of Don Revie's career -- Johnny Giles, legendary Leeds United midfielder
A superb read which explains in detail the extraordinary life and times of one of English football's most successful and controversial figures... -- Alex Montgomery, former Chairman of the Football Writers' Association and chief football writer
An essential read for any football fan to chart the rise and fall of an enigmatic England manager -- Ryan Sabey * The Sun *
From hero to zero to post-humous redemption - Evans tells a tale of great human strengths and weaknesses that will resonate well beyond the world of football -- Guto Harri, strategic comms adviser and broadcaster
This meticulously researched and expertly crafted exploration of the genius and human generosity of Don Revie lifts the veil of controversy from the legacy of one of football's greatest managers. -- Jeff Powell, the Daily Mail's multi-award winning sportswriter
Gripping... -- Michael Dobbs * The Spectator *
Book Information
ISBN 9781472973351
Author Christopher Evans
Format Paperback
Page Count 384
Imprint Bloomsbury Sport
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC