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Sports Books: Gift a Book for the Sports Fan In Your Life this Christmas
As sports fans, we live for the thrill of victory, the agony of defeat, and the compelling narratives that unfold on the field. But what if I told you that there's a way to extend that adrenaline rush beyond the final whistle, the last buzzer, or the checkered flag? Enter the world of sports books!
Whether you're a die-hard fan of football, rugby, friidrott or any other sport, there's a treasure trove of literature waiting for you to explore.
In this blog, we'll take you on a journey through some of the best sports books on the shelves this Christmas that will deepen your passion for the game and provide insights into the stories behind the athletes, teams, and events that have left an indelible mark on the sporting world.
The most successful England side of all time: the 1966 grupp. We'll all have heard those dulcet tones of Kenneth Wolstenholme shouting "Four for England, three for Hurst" and his fam
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There is something about a great sports story that transcends audiences. Perhaps it’s because we are seemingly hardwired to root for an underdog, or fight to overcome the adversity in our own lives. Whatever the reason, inspiring sports stories — and inspiring sports biographies, in particular — are some of the most successfully sold books on the market. These fifty sports biographies, all of which are ranked by Amazon as the highest rated and bestselling of their kind, represent the very best that sports has to offer. From baseball to horse racing, the books on this list are a showcase of true stories that are bound to move and inspire readers of all ages, backgrounds, and athletic ability.
Baseball
I Never Had It Made
Jackie Robinson
In 1947, Jackie Robinson broke the color line in major league baseball when he was recruited by Branch Rickey to play for the Brooklyn Dodgers. Originally published in 1972 (the year Robinson died), this book is a full account of Rob