Product Description

Just over twenty years ago I went to my first Tottenham Hotspur football match at White Hart Lane. From that moment I was hooked. From the Lane is the story of one fan's experiences in the following of their club over two decades. It touches on the factual aspects of the games I have been to, but is centred mainly on the emotional journey that this obsession undoubtedly provides. It is written based on personal experiences, all against a real-life background that covers the vast majority of my lifetime. From that first Chris Waddle and Glenn Hoddle-inspired moment, through the years of such great players as Paul Gascoigne, Gary Lineker, Jurgen Klinsmann and David Ginola, right up to the current era, this story reveals how being a supporter of a football club is able to affect a human being, able to provide both sadness and joy. From the Lane is a story that all Tottenham fans, and indeed dedicated football fans everywhere, will enjoy and be able to relate to.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #50634 in Books
• Published on: 2007-10
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 220 pages

Spurswebguide.com, October 2007
This book was a joy to read, as Oliver Wright became hooked on Spurs from about the same time I started following Tottenham myself and all the seasons described in the book brought back a lot of wonderful memories. The way Oliver describes his devotion to the Lillywhites is very recognizable to most Spurs fans. After all the ups and downs from the past two decades, we all hope that the next season will finally bring the success we dream off. The book describes the seasons from 1987 until now, including the Martin Jol era. "...From The Lane..." is a well written book that every Spurs fan will enjoy.

Customer Reviews

Great footie read
A thoroughly enjoyable read. Would strongly recommend to all football fans, not just of Tottenham. I'm sure they will be able to relate to the highs and lows that following your team entails...these moments are really well described by Oliver Wright in this book.
Also think it would make a great read for those that have never been to an English football game, as Oliver paints a great picture of the sights and sounds of a typical matchday.

Glory Glory Tottenham Hotspur!
"From the Lane" is a well-written and warming account of the frustrations of supporting Tottenham Hotspur over the past two decades. Its from the perspective of loyal fan who stayed true to his club through thick and thin. Rather than attemping to cover a unique aspect of football this book is a real story of life at the lane with all its highs and lows! I recommend this book to anyone who grew up in the 80s and 90s with a genuine love the beautiful game.

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Having been quite sceptical at the idea of this book I am pleasantly surprised. Even though I'm not a football fan I found this a very enjoyable read and would thoroughly recommend it to anyone. It's not just about football but relates to the highs and lows of life as well. I look forward to reading more from this aspriing author