Geoffrey Howse
The Little Book of Yorkshire
- ISBN 13:
- 9780750961165
- author:
- Geoffrey Howse
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- The History Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 192
- Dimensions:
- 1.3 x 13.3 x 20.3 cm
- Genre:
- Travel & Holiday, Countries & Regions, United Kingdom
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
George Raynor, the most successful football coach in history, remains a lesser-known figure in British football. Despite his remarkable achievements, including coaching Sweden to an Olympic Gold medal and a World Cup Final, he struggled to gain recognition from the English football community of the 1950s.
Raynor's story is one of contrasts, from his remarkable successes to his struggles to make a name for himself in the sport. His legacy has been largely overlooked, with even his name often misspelt in football books. Yet, his impact on the sport is still felt today.
This book tells the story of George Raynor, a coach who defied expectations and achieved greatness, but was ultimately forgotten by the very sport he loved.