Behind the Rose: Playing Rugby for England (Behind the Jersey Series)
£11.90£12.30 (-3%)
This is a complete history of the England rugby union team – told by the players themselves. Based on a combination of painstaking research into the early years of the England team through exclusive interviews with a vast array of Test match stars from before the Second World War to the present day, world-renowned rugby writers Stephen Jones and Nick Cain delve to the very heart of the English international rugby union experience, painting a unique and utterly compelling picture of the game in the only words that can truly do so: the players’ own. This is the definitive story of English Test match rugby – a story etched in blood, sweat and tears; a story of great joy and heart-breaking sorrow; a story of sacrifice, agony, endeavour and triumph.
Behind the Rose lifts the lid on what it is to play for England – the trials and tribulations behind the scenes, the glory, the drama and the honour on the field, and the heart-warming tales of friendship and humour off it.Absorbing and illuminating, this is a must-have for all supporters who have ever dreamed of walking the hallowed corridors of Twickenham as a Test match player, preparing themselves for battle in the changing rooms and then marching out to that field of dreams with the deafening roar of the crowd in their ears and the red rose emblazoned on their chest.
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Additional information
| Publisher | 150th Anniversary edition (11 Nov. 2021), Polaris Publishing Limited |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Paperback | 400 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1913538214 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1913538217 |
| Dimensions | 13 x 3.5 x 19.5 cm |
by Anon
Absolutely tiny print, which makes it difficult for the reader to concentrate on the content, even when they’re wearing reading glasses.
by PWH
If you’re a Rugby fan – doesn’t matter what country you support – this is a must, at a very good price.
by miss k m tucker
reader loved it!
by Holly-Jayne Barlow
Was brought as a gift and definitely was a good choice. Price was perfect and even if it was more I’d have still even brought it. I chose the hardback copy and makes it that little more extra within the cost too. Book is full if interesting facts and background information. Images to look back onto too. Came in perfect condition and thankfully still is
by Pedro Carvalho
Very good guide about england rugby! Based in the players testimonials, is even more accurate.
by lol
Very good
by Anthony J.E.O’Sullivan
Great Read
by K S N P
Interesting