Dr. Everton's Magnificent Obsession

by David France (Author)

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  Hardcover
  2008

  $3.27

  A unique overview of a club who have competed in more seasons in the top flight of English football than any other, rated as one of the top five most successful English clubs.Illustrated with the rarest original treasures from pictures to programmes, medals to cigarette cards, France tells the stories behind the discoveries with background writing from David Prentice.With a foreword by chairman Bill Kenwright and a fitting contribution from the late Alan Ball, the book is a must-read for Blues both young and old.The Everton Collection is regarded as the finest compilation of football memorabilia in the world.Featuring some of the rarest football treasures, the 10,000 artefacts chronicle the pedigree of Everton Football Club from the very roots of the club's existence to the present day as well as the history of Merseyside and global football.DR. EVERTON'S MAGNIFICENT OBSESSION is described by Dr. France asA Everton's DNAA and it is an apt description for a tome that embraces club ledgers, cash books, medals, international caps and every Everton programme - to list but some of the facets thatportray the rich heritage of one of the most recognised and respected in England.Dr. France has teamed up with David Prentice, award-winning chief sports writer of the Liverpool Echo, to produce a fascinating insight into the collection, something all Evertonians will cherish.