Springboks years

Subtitle: Behind the Scenes at the Rugby World Cup, Author: Dan Retief  Publisher: Zebra Press () Edition: First Edition ISBN-10: ISBN-13: Condition: Very Good. Some wear to cover edges with creasing at corners. Binding: Softcover Pages: 294 Dimensions: 23 x 15 x 2.2 cm +++ by Dan Retief +++ The Springboks and the Holy Grail is the epic story of South Africa's amazing quests for the Rugby World Cup, written by a man who not only experienced all four campaigns, but had a ringside seat at the incredible events and off-the-field dramas that unfolded at each tournament. From the triumphs of Ellis Park in and Paris in to the heartbreak of and the shame of , renowned journalist Dan Retief has faithfully recorded the stories of human heroism and frailty, of great dignity and patent jealousy that transcended the realm of sport.   A passion for books and a passion for collecting fine editions was the recipe that created the successful group of bookshops in Johannesburg called Bookdealers. The group started thirty years ago with one store in the quirky suburb of Yeoville and has grown through the years to a total of five shops, plus our online sales. Bookdealers is well-known for its collectable and used books. We also have a large variety of remaindered books sourced from around the world.  If you collect from one of our five branches there is no delivery charge. We also offer postal delivery (when available) and courier delivery, subject to a quote.

Author: Ira G. Emery Inscribed by the Author Publisher: APB Publishers (nd) Edition: First Edition Condition: Very Good - Cover has some stains and marking. Very slight cracking of front hinge. Offsetting to the endpapers. Else a clean copy in very good condition Binding: Hardcover Pages: 156 Dimensions: 21.5 x 14 x 1.1 cm +++ by Ira G. Emery (Inscribed by the Author) +++ A record of South Africa's participation in the Olympic and Commonwealth Games from to , highlighting epic Springbok performances during the first half of the century. Author Ira G. Emery, then secretary of the South African Olympic Games Association, has included many interesting interludes and anecdotes in this account.   A passion for books and a passion for collecting fine editions was the recipe that created the successful group of bookshops in Johannesburg called Bookdealers. The group started thirty years ago with one store in the quirky suburb of Yeoville and has grown through the years to a total of five shops, plus our online sales. Bookdealers is well-known for its collectable and used books. We also have a large variety of remaindered books sourced from around the world.  If you collect from one of our five branches there is no delivery charge. We also offer postal delivery (when available) and courier delivery, subject to a quote.

20 years "ONE TEAM ONE COUNTRY" This commemorative calender have lots of absolute beautiful photos of the Springboks in the Rugby World Cup held in South Africa. These beautiful action photos are printed on thick gloss paper of all the games played during the world by the springboks. Size of calender 60 cm x 42 cm. Also sown on the calender are signatures of the Springboks manager Morne du Plessis, captain Francios Pienaar and the coach Kitch Christie. There are unfortunately not enough space to show all the photos of this beautiful calender.

Author: Gary Teichmann Signed by the Author Publisher: Jonathan Ball () ISBN-10: ISBN-13: Condition: Very Good. Light wear to cover edges. Binding: Softcover Pages: 243 Dimensions: 23.3 x 1.5 x 1.8 cm +++ by Gary Teichmann +++ Gary Teichmann was the captain of the South African national team, the Springboks, between and . He led the Springboks to more successive Test victories than any other captain. This is his story: his tenure at the helm of South Africa's team of the s; the 17 successive Test victories; the Natal Sharks; his controversial omission from the Rugby World Cup and the triumph of the Tri-Nations.     A passion for books and a passion for collecting fine editions was the recipe that created the successful group of bookshops in Johannesburg called Bookdealers. The group started thirty years ago with one store in the quirky suburb of Yeoville and has grown through the years to a total of five shops, plus our online sales. Bookdealers is well-known for its collectable and used books. We also have a large variety of remaindered books sourced from around the world.  If you collect from one of our five branches there is no delivery charge. We also offer postal delivery (when available) and courier delivery, subject to a quote.

Subtitle: Golden Moments in the Modern Era Author: Stephen Nell Publisher: Tafelberg () ISBN-10: ISBN-13: Condition: Very Good. Light wear to cover edges. Binding: Softcover Pages: 218 Dimensions: 22 x 15 x 1.3 cm +++ by Stephen Nell +++ Everyone remembers the Springboks' big matches, the tries and the glory. But few people know what was said in team meetings, which music was played on the team bus and what went down in the dressing rooms afterwards. In Springbok Glory: Golden Moments in the Modern Era, sports writer Stephen Nell not only tells the story of South African rugby's best moments on the field, but also lifts the lid on events behind the scenes. He has delved for the stories from players, coaches and officials that were at the coalface, giving the reader an in-depth view of Springbok rugby. Among those interviewed are Bryan Habana, Nick Mallett, Jake White, John Smit, Brendan Venter, Chester Williams, Gary Gold and Louis Luyt.   A passion for books and a passion for collecting fine editions was the recipe that created the successful group of bookshops in Johannesburg called Bookdealers. The group started thirty years ago with one store in the quirky suburb of Yeoville and has grown through the years to a total of five shops, plus our online sales. Bookdealers is well-known for its collectable and used books. We also have a large variety of remaindered books sourced from around the world.  If you collect from one of our five branches there is no delivery charge. We also offer postal delivery (when available) and courier delivery, subject to a quote.

Subtitle: Springboks in Somalia and Abyssinia, Author: James Ambrose Brown Publisher: Ashanti Publishing () Edition: First Edition ISBN-10: ISBN-13: Condition: Fine  Binding: Hardcover with dust jacket Pages: Dimensions: cm +++ by James Ambrose Brown +++ In , South Africa had more than men, fighting on land and in the air in Abyssinia, to wrench control from the grasp of the Italian empire, and restore it back to Emperor Haile Selassie.   A passion for books and a passion for collecting fine editions was the recipe that created the successful group of bookshops in Johannesburg called Bookdealers. The group started thirty years ago with one store in the quirky suburb of Yeoville and has grown through the years to a total of five shops, plus our online sales. Bookdealers is well-known for its collectable and used books. We also have a large variety of remaindered books sourced from around the world.  If you collect from one of our five branches there is no delivery charge. We also offer postal delivery (when available) and courier delivery, subject to a quote.