See the 85-year history of the World Cup as never before: through 100 iconic objects associated with the game. This fabulous photographic history boasts the most fascinating collection of artifacts from the FIFA World Cup. The 100 objects include: the ball used in the final of the very first tournament; the collar of Pickles the dog (who found the stolen FIFA World Cup trophy in 1966); the shirt Bobby Moore gave to Pelé in the 1970 finals and the one Diego Maradona wore when he scored his infamous “Hand of God” goal; the infamous, controversial vuvuzela; and the scoreboard that registered Brazil’s calamitous defeat to Germany. Entertaining text by a recognized soccer authority and supplementary photos put each item in context and highlight its significance. Every item tells a rich and fascinating story. Produced in association with the British National Football Museum and the official FIFA collection

The World Cup in 100 Objects (Y)

Arts & Photography

Spragg, Iain

Photography & Video

Andre Deutsch

There are multiple reasons why Cristiano Ronaldo is hailed as the greatest soccer player in the world. His iconic professional accomplishments include winning the prestigious Ballon d'Or numerous times and scoring more than 500 career goals. The Portuguese powerhouse, who has played for Manchester United and Real Madrid, has accumulated a treasure trove of championship titles and medals. He even has a museum dedicated to him, and readers will understand why as they travel through Ronaldo's history and witness the growth of what has become an unmatched record.

Cristiano Ronaldo (Soccer Superstars)

Teen & Young Adult

Biographies

Rosen Young Adult

Jam-packed with facts, stats, and photographs, this is the ultimate book for fans of soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo
Giving insight into the life and career of the 2013 FIFA World Footballer of the Year, Cristiano Ronaldo, this book delves into his childhood on the small island of Madeira; joining Sporting Clube in the Portuguese capital Lisbon; and lighting up the European stage, with starring roles for Manchester United and Real Madrid. A player known for outstanding skill, devastating pace, fantastic ball control, and incredible power shooting with either foot, few contemporaries can match his talents. Written in a lively, buzzing style and filled with fun features, fantastic photographs, and enlightening quotes, this book celebrates the Portuguese maestro's early life—he was named in honor of former President Ronald Reagan—and his career on and off the pitch. All in all this is a highly entertaining insight into a pro soccer legend.

Cristiano Ronaldo: The Ultimate Fan Book

Biographies & Memoirs

Carlton Books

<div>England Rugby has every reason to be excited about 2015. As hosts of the IRB Rugby World Cup and blessed with a team that has been getting better and better for the past couple of years, this could be the year that they emulate the 2003 squad and win the Webb Ellis Trophy. The England Rugby Yearbook 2014/15 doesn't just look forward to the RWC, it mainly looks back at the successful year just gone. A narrow loss in the RBS Six Nations Championship--arguably lost in 15 minutes in Paris--was followed by the eye-opening tour to New Zealand, when the World Champions had more than their hands full against a team some way short of full strength. Then came the QBE Autumn Internationals when the World Cup credentials were strenghtened further. In fact, however, England's men are now merely trying to emulate the World Cup-winning Women's team which triumphed in 2014. This and their Six Nations Triple Crown are featured, as are the men's Under-20s, Sevens, and Saxons team. All this, plus an exhaustive statistics section, including biographies of the men's and women's players of the year in 2014, and 160 stunning full-colour photographs make The England Rugby Yearbook 2014/15 required reading for every England Rugby fan.</div>

Official England Rugby Yearbook 2014-15

Reference

Encyclopedias & Subject Guides

Looking back at more than 100 years of Arsenal history, this guide covers records, statistics, players, and more The Official Arsenal FC Football Records is the most comprehensive one-stop reference book for an Arsenal fan to own. Fully revised and updated, and including the record-equaling 11th triumph in the FA Cup in 2014, the record transfer deal for Mesut Ozil in 2013, and other major deals, every single major record and statistic in the more than 100 years of the club can found within these pages, all superbly illustrated with great action shots. From the legendary teams created by Herbert Chapman in the 1930s, through the Fairs Cup and double-winning squads of the 1960s and 1970s and George Graham's double champions of the 1980s, to the Arsène Wenger era since 1996, this volume is packed with information that gives proof that Arsenal FC is truly a very special Club. As well as all of the club and player records, there is a special section devoted to 10 legends, men who made Arsenal Football Club a British institution.

Official Arsenal Book of Records

Giving insight into the life and career of the 2013 FIFA World Footballer of the Year, Cristiano Ronaldo, this book delves into his childhood on the small island of Madeira; joining Sporting Clube in the Portuguese capital Lisbon; and lighting up the European stage, with starring roles for Manchester United and Real Madrid. A player known for outstanding skill, devastating pace, fantastic ball control, and incredible power shooting with either foot, few contemporaries can match his talents. Written in a lively, buzzing style and filled with fun features, fantastic photographs, and enlightening quotes, this book celebrates the Portuguese maestro's early life—he was named in honor of former President Ronald Reagan—and his career on and off the pitch. All in all this is a highly entertaining insight into a pro soccer legend.

Cristiano Ronaldo (The Ultimate Fan Book)

Children's Books

The ultimate fan book on today’s top soccer legend: Cristiano Ronaldo! Cristiano Ronaldo was named FIFA World Footballer of the Year three times—and this book provides unique insight into the life and career of this soccer star. Fully revised and updated to include the 2016 UEFA Champions League final and UEFA EURO 2016, and packed with facts, stats, and 100 stunning photographs, it covers his childhood, his early career with Sporting Clube de Portugal in Lisbon, his glory with Manchester United, and his move to Real Madrid. Written in a lively style and filled with fun features, Cristiano Ronaldo: The Ultimate Fan Book celebrates the Portuguese maestro and provides a highly entertaining look at the sports legend.

Enter the world of soccer superstar Gareth Bale! Follow Gareth Bale’s amazing journey from the Cardiff suburbs to the sporting edifice that is the Estadio Bernabeu, home of Europe’s most successful club, Real Madrid. Although he has thrived at the club level, Bale has also been a mainstay of the Welsh national team, leading it to the semifinals of the 2016 UEFA European Championship, the country’s first tournament finals in 58 years. Written in a lively style and filled with fun features, fantastic photographs, and enlightening quotes, Gareth Bale: The Ultimate Fan Book celebrates this remarkable player’s greatest moments and most famous goals, including the one that sent Real Madrid on its way to a record-extending 10th UEFA Champions League triumph against city rivals Atletico.

Gareth Bale: The Ultimate Fan Book (Y)

No one matches Roger Federer—and this extensively illustrated biography captures the man who has dominated tennis for more than two decades. Roger Federer’s achievements make him more than special: he has won more Grand Slam singles titles (20) than any other male player; he has won Wimbledon a record eight times, shares the record for six Australian Opens, and is the only player to win five consecutive US Opens. For his native Switzerland he has won Olympic gold and silver and the Davis Cup. Many fans and experts consider him the best in the sport. This superb, richly photographed biography—complete with quotes from coaches, opponents, the media, and those who know Roger best—follows the life and career of the tennis superstar as he advances from the junior tournaments to the main professional circuit. Suave, sophisticated, a great role model on and off the court, Federer plays with elegance, panache, and magnificent sportsmanship. Anyone with a love of the game will enjoy learning more about one of the greatest athletes of the twenty-first century.

Federer: Portrait of a Tennis Legend (Y)

Filled with quotes from all angles of the national football team broken down into separate chapters recalling great players and moments and those everyone would rather forget.

The Little Book of England Football: More than 170 quotes celebrating the Three Lions (The Little Books of Sports, 1)

Quotations

Orange Hippo

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Books by Spragg, Iain

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The World Cup in 100 Objects (Y)

Cristiano Ronaldo (Soccer Superstars)

Cristiano Ronaldo: The Ultimate Fan Book

Official England Rugby Yearbook 2014-15

Official Arsenal Book of Records

Cristiano Ronaldo (The Ultimate Fan Book)

Cristiano Ronaldo: The Ultimate Fan Book

Gareth Bale: The Ultimate Fan Book (Y)

Federer: Portrait of a Tennis Legend (Y)

The Little Book of England Football: More than 170 quotes celebrating the Three Lions (The Little Books of Sports, 1)