Football: A Popular Handbook of The Game

Irvine, Dr, Alcock, C.W. et al.

Published by Religious Tract Society, London, 1887

About this Item

One of the earliest of all football books, this volume covers both the association and rugby codes, largely instructional but with chapters on the history of the game. Original red cloth with gilt titles. Woodcut frontis of 'a Football Scrimmage' with 16 further illustrations and diagrams in text.Owner's name to front endpaper, dated 1889. Minor wear but generally an excellent copy of a true rarity. (Seddon A7). Seller Inventory # 002126

Bibliographic Details

Title: Football: A Popular Handbook of The Game

Publisher: Religious Tract Society, London

Publication Date: 1887

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Very Good

Edition: 1st Edition