Product Description

Steven Gerrard is a hero to millions as the inspirational captain of Liverpool FC and a key member of the England team. His bestselling autobiography, Gerrard, published in September 2006, is an honest and fascinating account of his life-long obsession with football and the tensions and thrills of playing at the top level. Now the book is available in this abridged version that is perfect for all young football fans.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #62512 in Books
• Published on: 2007-07-19
• Format: Abridged
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 256 pages

From the Back Cover
Have you ever wanted to be a football hero? To play for your favourite team, or even England?

This is Steven Gerrard’s story – from kick-arounds with his friends on the street outside his house to becoming captain of Liverpool and a vitally important playerin the England team.

Did you know that when he was nine, just after he’d started training at Liverpool, Gerrard had an accident that nearly ended his career before it had even started?

Find out what it feels like to win the FA Cup, to walk up the tunnel at Wembley with the crowd going crazy and to score for England in Steven Gerrard’s exciting autobiography!

Abridged for younger fans

About the Author
Born in 1980, Steven Gerrard made his Liverpool debut in November 1998 as a second-half substitute against Blackburn. His full debut came against Tottenham a week later. As well as his skilful tackling and brilliant passes, Gerrard also scores spectacular goals. He gained his first England cap against the Ukraine in 2000 and scored his first goal for his country in September 2001, in the 5-1 win over Germany. As well as collecting winner's medals in the League Cup, FA Cup, UEFA Cup, Champion's League and European Super Cup, Gerrard was awarded the PFA Young Player of the Year award in 2001 and PFA Player of the Year for 2006.

Customer Reviews

Steven Gerrard : My Story
My 9 year old son read this book and really enjoyed it. This is a version suitable for children and has given him great inspiration.