Charlton, Jack
Jack Charlton: The Autobiography
- ISBN 13:
- 9780552177979
- author:
- Charlton, Jack
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Corgi Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 432
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.7 x 2.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Sports & Recreation, Soccer, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Jack Charlton: The Autobiography by Jack Charlton The words of His Holiness Pope John Paul II still echo in the minds of football fans worldwide. When he met Jack Charlton and his Republic of Ireland team before the 1990 World Cup Finals, he famously described him as "the Boss." This nickname was well-deserved, for Charlton's strength of character drove him to achieve greatness beyond his natural talents. Born in a Northumberland mining village, Charlton's journey to becoming one of England's most iconic footballers is a story of perseverance and determination. He joined Leeds United at a young age and went on to play for the team for twenty years. As a player, he was part of England's legendary 1966 World Cup-winning team. Later, as a manager, Charlton led the Republic of Ireland from obscurity to compete with the world's best. In this autobiography, Charlton shares his life story in his own words, offering a unique insight into the mind and experiences of a man who specialised in the improbable.