A Miscellany of Rugby's World Cup: Facts, History, Statistics and Trivia, 1987-2019

White, John/ Vine, Phillip

ISBN 10: 1785315617 / ISBN 13: 9781785315619

Published by Pitch Pub, 2019

About this Item

240 pages. 8.75x5.50x0.75 inches. In Stock.

Seller Inventory # __1785315617

Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Miscellany of Rugby's World Cup: Facts, History, Statistics and Trivia, 1987-2019
• Publisher: Pitch Pub
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1785315617
• ISBN 13: 9781785315619
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.39 kilograms

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Synopsis

A Miscellany of Rugby's World Cup (Facts, History, Statistics and Trivia 1987-2019) will transport you directly into the thrilling history of the greatest event in global rugby union. Here's a treasure trove of insider facts, fantastic feats, firsts and lasts, records and stats - covering every nation and every star player to have made their mark in a tournament now watched by 120 million fans worldwide. John White leads you through all the highs and lows and unforgettable moments from Rugby World Cup's 1995 inception, ushering in the sport's professional era, right through to Japan 2019 and the competition's ninth edition. Relive the greatest games and the finest individual performances. Compile your own Rugby World Cup Fantasy XV. Recall the captains, the record try scorers, the youngest and oldest, the longest drop goals and the strangest conversions. And every time you discover an elusive nugget and say to yourself, 'I never knew that,' rest assured John will soon enlighten you with a follow-up to leave you even more amazed. To the victor go the spoils!

About the Author

Born and bred in Belfast, John White is the author of 15 Sports Miscellany titles including Boxing, Cricket, Formula One, Golf, Horse Racing, Manchester United, Olympic Games, Premier League Football, Six Nations Rugby Championship and Tour de France. John also has an extensive catalogue of Sports Quiz books to his name.