101 Quirky Football Facts
101 Quirky Football Facts

Author: Hugh Larkin

Publisher: Andrews UK Limited

Published: 2014-08-19

Total Pages: 21

ISBN-13: 1910295612

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Are you a football fan? Are you interested in football related trivia ? Would you like to discover more unusual facts about the beautiful game through the years? If so, you definitely won't want to be without 101 Quirky Football Facts? Do you know why India refused to take part in the 1950 World Cup finals, how Scottish team Ayr United got their nickname or where the world's first floodlit match was staged in 1878? Are you aware of how many English and Scotsmen were in the USA team that reached the World Cup semi-finals in 1930 and can you recall which pop superstar became an Honorary Director of Exeter City in 2002? Find out about the above and much more in this fun new book. Whether you are a life-long football aficionado or new to the game, 101 Quirky Football Facts has something for all ages. Packed with quirky facts that you can use to impress your friends and family, this book will appeal to anyone with a love of football.

101 Quirky Cricket Facts
101 Quirky Cricket Facts

Author: Hugh Larkin

Publisher: Andrews UK Limited

Published: 2014-11-05

Total Pages: 18

ISBN-13: 1910295876

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Do you like cricket? Are you interested in cricket related trivia? Would you like to find out more about the history of this popular team game? If so, you are sure to enjoy 101 Quirky Cricket Facts? Why are the wickets in the game of cricket called ‘stumps'? What unusual item did Alan Knott, 1960s and ‘70s England wicket-keeper, sometimes place inside his gloves to protect his hands when keeping to very fast bowlers? When did the first ever international cricket match take place and between which two countries? Find out about the answers to the above and many more fascinating cricket facts in this new book. Whether you are a life-long cricket fan or new to the game, 101 Quirky Cricket Facts contains something for everyone. Packed full of information about the players, teams, records and many memorable characters associated with the sport, along with the history of the game, this book will appeal to anyone who has a love of cricket. This is a must-have for cricket fans of all ages.

101 Interesting Facts on Everton
101 Interesting Facts on Everton

Author: Andy Groom

Publisher: Andrews UK Limited

Published: 2014-04-03

Total Pages: 131

ISBN-13: 1910295213

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Do you support Everton FC? Have you cheered the team to victory as they scored the winning goal in an important match? Do you know all there is to know about the club's long and successful history or would you like to find out more about your favourite football team? If you are a true Blues fan you are certain to want this new book, 101 Interesting Facts on Everton. Packed full of information about the boys from Goodison Park and a fun read for all the family, this book covers every aspect of the club, past and present. Learn more about the great players, managers, opponents and all those golden moments that have helped to make Everton great. Gen up with the 101 facts in this book and impress your mates with how much you know about The People's Club. This is a must-have book for all Blues fans and anyone with an interest in top flight football.

101 Interesting Facts on Southend United
101 Interesting Facts on Southend United

Author: Peter Miles

Publisher: Andrews UK Limited

Published: 2015-06-12

Total Pages: 41

ISBN-13: 0993241778

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Is Southend United your local football club? Are you a lifelong fan of the Blues or new to the touchline? Do you know all about the team's long and fascinating past, which began in the Blue Boar pub in 1906? Would you like to find out more? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are certain to enjoy 101 Interesting Facts on Southend United, all about the boys from Roots Hall. Perfect for challenging your friends on match days or teaching your children about the history of your local football team. This tribute to the Southend United will tell you everything you ever wanted to know about the Blues, including all the memorable faces that have played a part in the team's wins and losses through the years. This is a must-have book for Southend supporters of all ages, so why not relive all those unforgettable moments from days gone by and gen up on your favourite football club.

Another 101 Interesting Facts About Spurs
Another 101 Interesting Facts About Spurs

Author: Chris Cowlin

Publisher: Andrews UK Limited

Published: 2014-10-23

Total Pages: 23

ISBN-13: 1910295833

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Are you a Spurs supporter? If so, how much do you know about the long and successful history of this popular football club? Would you like find out more? Following on from 101 Interesting Facts About Spurs, this new book contains even more information all about Tottenham Hotspur FC. Do you know how many of the 22 League matches against Millwall Spurs have won? What position did Tottenham finish in Division Two during 1936 Jack Tresadern's first season in charge at White Hart Lane? Who scored Spurs' fastest ever Premier League goal? Find out the answers in Another 101 Interesting Facts About Spurs. Dip inside this book to find out about the players, managers, goalkeepers and goal scorers that have been a part of the Spurs' story through the years, together with all the facts and figures on many of the club’s memorable wins, draws and losses. Packed full of fascinating trivia all about your favourite football club, this book is a must-have for Spurs fans of all ages.

101 Interesting Facts on Ronnie Biggs and the Great Train Robbery
101 Interesting Facts on Ronnie Biggs and the Great Train Robbery

Author: Mike Gray

Publisher: Andrews UK Limited

Published: 2013-10-31

Total Pages: 29

ISBN-13: 1909949973

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The Great Train Robbery, and the part Ronnie Biggs played in it, is one of the most famous true crime stories of all time. Ronnie's imprisonment, subsequent escape and life on the run has been the subject of much discussion and this new book sets out the facts for anyone wishing to find out what really happened on the day of the robbery and in the years beyond. Do you know how many members of rail staff were on board the train on the day of the robbery? Are you aware which celebrities became involved in the Free Ronnie Biggs Campaign? Can you name the many films, documentaries and books that have been produced about the Great Train Robbery? All this information and more is in 101 Interesting Facts on Ronnie Biggs and The Great Train Robbery. Despite Ronnie Biggs' advancing age and the fact that 2013 marks the 50th anniversary of the Great Train Robbery, the daring 1963 heist still attracts a great deal of interest. If you would like to know the facts, this book is for you.

101 Interesting Facts on Doctor Who
101 Interesting Facts on Doctor Who

Author: Adam Pearson

Publisher: Andrews UK Limited

Published: 2014-08-18

Total Pages: 17

ISBN-13: 1910295795

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Are you a Doctor Who fan? Have you followed the series through the years? Can you remember the names of all the past ‘Doctors' and their companions? Would you like to know more about the iconic TV programme and its characters? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you won't want to be without 101 Interesting Facts on Doctor Who. Do you know where Dr Who’s tomb is located or how many times The Doctor has regenerated inside the TARDIS? Which Doctor Who extra-terrestrials come from the plant Raxacoricicofallapatorius and what was The Doctor’s companion, Romana’s full name? Find out the answers, along with much more Doctor Who-related trivia, inside this new book. Discover fascinating facts about The Doctors, companions, their allies and enemies and the actors who bring them all to life, as well as information about the different storylines from programme past and present. This is a must-have book for all Doctor Who enthusiasts, whether you are a lifelong fan or one of the series many new followers.

101 Interesting Facts about Spurs
101 Interesting Facts about Spurs

Author: Chris Cowlin

Publisher: Andrews UK Limited

Published: 2012-06-28

Total Pages: 24

ISBN-13: 1908752475

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Are you a football fan? Do you support Tottenham Hotspur FC? Would you like to find out more about the club's long and successful history? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are certain to enjoy this informative Spurs reference guide. Did you know that Tottenham's record cup win is 13-2, in an FA Cup game against Crewe during February 1960? Or that Steve Perryman holds the record at White Hart Lane for making the most League appearances at the club, with 653 starts and two substitute appearances? With 101 facts all about Spurs, this is the book that Tottenham supporters can’t be without. Perfect for match days or amusing the kids at home, this tribute to Spurs will tell you everything you ever wanted to know about this popular English Premier League team. So why not relive all those golden moments from days gone by and gen up on Spurs’ glorious past with 101 Interesting Facts About Spurs? A simply must-have book for Tottenham supporters of all ages.

101 Weird & Wonderful Facts
101 Weird & Wonderful Facts

Author: Zahid Ameer

Publisher: Zahid Ameer

Published: 2024-06-09

Total Pages: 72

ISBN-13:

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Dive into '101 Weird & Wonderful Facts', an intriguing collection exploring bizarre curiosities and astonishing revelations. Discover oddities worldwide, spanning history, nature, and beyond. Perfect for trivia enthusiasts, this eBook uncovers captivating details about the extraordinary and the unexpected. Explore these fascinating nuggets of knowledge today!

101 Funny Irish Rugby Moments
101 Funny Irish Rugby Moments

Author: John Scally

Publisher: Black & White Publishing

Published: 2022-09-29

Total Pages: 354

ISBN-13: 1785304097

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Irish rugby's most hilarious and outrageous moments 101 Funny Irish Rugby Moments is a collection of priceless anecdotes from the field, with interviews from Moss Keane, Mick Galwey, Peter Clohessy and plenty more, plus a foreword by the legendary Tony Ward. From Lansdowne Road to Thomond Park, from Connacht to Ulster and Leeside to the Lions, these are some of the most unexpected tales of Irish rugby legends, like when . . . - BRIAN O'DRISCOLL HOSTED A BOND GIRL - PAUL O'CONNELL MET PRINCE WILLIAM - RORY BEST TURNED INTO SLEEPING BEAUTY - AND JAMES LOWE MADE A STRANGE REQUEST OF THE GARDAÍ This book offers a unique glimpse into the funniest moments that have happened on and off the pitch with some of rugby's greatest characters.