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Duncan Edwards: Eternal : An intimate portrait of Manchester United's lost genius
By Wayne Barton
£29.99
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Description
Duncan Edwards: Eternal delves deep into the life and legacy of one of football's most revered talents, Duncan Edwards. This intimate portrait captures the essence of a player whose potential was tragically cut short by the Munich Air Disaster in 1958.
The Plot
Edwards was the jewel in the crown of Manchester United’s Busby Babes and an all-time great by the age of 21, denied even greater success by the tragedy at Munich. Written by Manchester United author Wayne Barton with the support of Edwards’ family, this new biography offers a detailed account of his remarkable life and career.
Themes
- Legacy: The book explores how Edwards' legacy continues to inspire generations of footballers and fans alike.
- Tragedy and Loss: It delves into the profound effects of loss, not just on the individuals involved but on an entire community.
- Resilience: The theme of resilience is woven throughout, illustrating how the sport and its players have overcome adversity.
Readers who appreciate sports biographies or have been captivated by other works on football legends will find Duncan Edwards: Eternal a poignant addition to their collection. Barton manages to evoke a sense of nostalgia while honouring the life of a player whose brilliance was never fully realised.
Book details
- Author
- Wayne Barton
- Publisher
- Reach plc
- Imprint
- Reach Sport
- Publication date
- Format
- Hardback
- Pages
- 352
- ISBN-13
- 9781914197697
- Language
- English
- Genre
- Sports Biography, Modern History
- Dimensions
- 241 × 163 × 27 mm
- Weight
- 518 g
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