Product Description

"York City: The Complete Record" is the official record of the Minstermen since their formation in 1922. Written by lifelong supporter David Batters, this book is the definitive guide to the varied and fascinating history of York City. Beginning with the pioneering early days in the Midland League and election to the Football League in 1929, Batters documents 75 years of League membership. Alongside profiles of the club's many managers and pen portraits of its top 125 players, Batters invites the reader to relive the many successes of this determined club. Six promotion successes, ascension to Fourth Division champions, and an FA Cup semi-final replay are all recorded, as are memorable victories over Arsenal, Everton and Manchester United. A season-by-season record, including every line-up and details of the war years, complete the picture.The result is an essential addition to the bookshelves of any York City fan. Put simply, this is the book every loyal fan should possess.It is the ultimate guide to York City FC from its formation in 1922 to the present day - all the statistics from every season, matches to remember, star players and much, much more. It is officially backed by York City Football Club. It is fully-illustrated throughout, with many previously unseen archived images.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #65993 in Books
• Published on: 2008-08-01
• Original language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• 444 pages

About the Author
David Batters has been a supporter of York City since his first visit to Bootham Crescent when just nine years old. As the club's official historian, he has contributed to the match-day programme since 1974 and has commentated on home matches for York Hospital Radio for 30 years. He has also written York City The Complete History 1922-1990 (Breedon Books, 1990).

Customer Reviews

From a York Football Fan
I found this very fascinating book about a Club which I have supported through thick and thin for 40 years. I think it was perfect; it referred back to their great moments and also their "not so great" moments.

Also a good reference to players from the past and present, plus all the Managers in their history. It was as the title says "A complete Record".
To this fan, it brought back many happy memories, dating back to 1969