For a short period of time, The Roar readers can purchase a signed copy of Spiro Zavos’s latest book, Watching the Rugby World Cup. This is an exclusive offer to The Roar readers.
Watching the Rugby World Cup, by Spiro Zavos
From 7 September – 20 October 2007, 20 rugby-playing nations will take to the field to contest rugby’s most coveted prize. In this sensational new book, acclaimed rugby writer Spiro Zavos writes about the events that have taken the Rugby World Cup from a pipedream to one of the world’s three top sporting contests – and gives a unique insight into what is likely to happen in this, the most thrilling contest yet.
Over 44 drama-filled days, supporters will pour into rugby grounds and stadiums in France, Scotland and Wales to watch 47 matches, and the Rugby World Cup final in Paris on 20 October. Around the globe, an estimated 3.4 billion television viewers will take in the action as it unfolds.
Watching the Rugby World Cup is an inside guide to the players, coaches, referees, strategies and national styles. It includes full match schedules, scorecards and points tables, so you can create your own permanent record.
If you love rugby, you cannot afford to be without this book.
‘From one of the great rugby journalists, a superb book for those who love the sport, the drama, and the thrill of victory’ DAVID KIRK
‘As comprehensive and entertaining a book on the World Cup as has ever been written’ PETER FITZSIMONS
ISBN: 9780958262934
Pages: 272
Size: 230 x 152 mm
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Illustrations: includes index
Format: Paperback
Published: April 2007
Author: Spiro Zavos
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