The Bumper Book of Roy of the Rovers II (The Bumper Book of Roy of the Rovers, 2)

The Bumper Book of Roy of the Rovers II (The Bumper Book of Roy of the Rovers, 2)

by Various (Author)

Synopsis

Roy Race, England's most famous footballer, is back in a celebration of the wonderful heyday of British annuals. Collecting together classic material from the Golden Age of British Annuals with material sourced from Roy of Rovers Annuals of 1958-1971 , this title includes thrilling football packed comic strips, short stories, Roy's own personal tips on football and training techniques, vintage puzzles, games and features on old clubs and soccer stars of yesteryear. Some of this artwork is being reprinted for the first time in 50 years.

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 120
Publisher: Titan Books Ltd
Published: 02 Oct 2009

ISBN 10: 1848564430
ISBN 13: 9781848564435

Media Reviews
* The perfect Christmas gift! booksmonthly.co.uk * Arguably the most famous British comics character of all. - Mike Gent * The return of Roy is big news, with coverage in national newspapers and magazines, and across the official site: royoftherovers.com! * It's great to see Roy back in action... To this day he remains an inspiration. - Soccer legend, Gary Lineker. * There'll never be another Racey. May his Rocket never splutter and fall. - Comedian and chat show host, Frank Skinner
Author Bio
* Featuring the artwork of Joe Colquhoun, Paul Trevillion, Stewart Colwyn and others. * A footballing and comics legend, much-loved and fondly remembered, Roy of the Rovers is one of the most famous comics characters the UK has ever produced! * Roy of the Rovers had an estimated readership of one million at the height of the strip's popularity in the 1970s and 1980s.