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`wonderful biography of the great man'
--The Good Book Guide
`Barclay tells his story and in doing so describes the way the game has changed over the years. We see the famous temper in action, but also a more reflective, generous side.' --Glasglow Herald
--The Good Book Guide
`Barclay tells his story and in doing so describes the way the game has changed over the years. We see the famous temper in action, but also a more reflective, generous side.' --Glasglow Herald
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""Wonderful . . . captures the contradictions and battery-acid sourness of this complex personality just as eloquently as it elucidates his genius." --"Irish Independent
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Just finished the book and totally loved it. the research done is second to none and gave a real insight into a subject matter well trodden before..have bought two copies more as gifts as even the most hardened footie fans will find out new and interesting facts through this along with it being a brilliantly written book...
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Totally agree with jimmypj about Football - Bloody Hell! Five stars. It's one of those books where you get to see the subject - in this case Sir Alex - in a new light. Brilliantly written. I notice the press rate it highly too. Think some of the early reviewers on amazon must have read a different book!
37 of 42 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Oh dear, I read the previous reviews and kind of know the unhelpful votes will pour in. But so what, I am still going to try to provide an objective view of the book and if you chose to vote unhelpful because you have issues with either Fergie or United, then vote away.
Patrick Barclay is a respected sports journalist and he writes well. This is a biography of Alex Ferguson taking us from his youth through to 2010 - published just about the time of the recent Rooney crisis which actually helps you understand the handling of Rooney. This tries to be objective and highlights Fergie's faults and mistakes while also mentioning his fantastic record and a perceptive view of the man himself and what makes him tick.
I would have gone four stars had this been the first biography of Fergie I had read, but much is a repeat (although from a different perspective) of Fergies own autobiography although updated to cover the last 8 years or so. But while the perspective was different, I wasn't learning much that was new.
The books highlights are in the latter years, Fergie's Rock of Gibralter issues, the takeover and of course that focus on what makes the man tick and be such a winner. It's weakness was the lack of freshness and a failure to focus on key elements such as his views on Victoria Beckham - they hardly get a mention yet were instrumental in his relationship with Beckham.
Recommended if you have never read a Fergie biography but if you have, you may find too much in here you already knew.
Patrick Barclay is a respected sports journalist and he writes well. This is a biography of Alex Ferguson taking us from his youth through to 2010 - published just about the time of the recent Rooney crisis which actually helps you understand the handling of Rooney. This tries to be objective and highlights Fergie's faults and mistakes while also mentioning his fantastic record and a perceptive view of the man himself and what makes him tick.
I would have gone four stars had this been the first biography of Fergie I had read, but much is a repeat (although from a different perspective) of Fergies own autobiography although updated to cover the last 8 years or so. But while the perspective was different, I wasn't learning much that was new.
The books highlights are in the latter years, Fergie's Rock of Gibralter issues, the takeover and of course that focus on what makes the man tick and be such a winner. It's weakness was the lack of freshness and a failure to focus on key elements such as his views on Victoria Beckham - they hardly get a mention yet were instrumental in his relationship with Beckham.
Recommended if you have never read a Fergie biography but if you have, you may find too much in here you already knew.
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Great
Good easy read. Enjoyed it . Bought for my holiday . Always followed Sir Alex career so another informative book.
Published 10 days ago by J. thompson
Bloody Hell, What a Book
Enthralling from start to finish. It manages to be concise, illuminating and thorough. I can't recommend this book highly enough
Published 5 months ago by Martin
Truth Behind The Hair Dryer
Few journalists know the real Sir Alex Ferguson as well as Patrick Barclay; he has reported on, travelled with and interviewed his subject for well over a quarter of a century. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Graeme Wright
This is a well researched book but the writer clear does not like Sir...
This is a well researched book but the writer clearly does not like Sir Alex Ferguson. I usually don't write book reviews but Mr. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Kourosh
Football books - Bloomin' 'eck!
I'm a huge fan of both Manchester United and Alex Ferguson; and also an admirer of the writing of Patrick Barclay. Read more
Published 15 months ago by M. Harrison
Not worth a library rental
Patrick Barclay has always been worth listening to in soundbites on television and radio, but he really should stick to those mediums, judging by this book. Read more
Published 15 months ago by P.T.
Unnecessary money-making scheme from Barclay
This book was bought for me as a christmas present, I purposefully didn't buy it myself since I was under the impression it would be a hatchet job from Barclay. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Lewis Huxley
The Worst Ever!
I read this book a couple of weeks ago on holidays. It is probably the worst football book i have ever read in my life. I am not being over the top in saying this. Read more
Published 17 months ago by thefxgeneral
Disappointing Mr Barclay
I like Patrick Barclay's columns and have always enjoyed them whichever paper he has been writing for. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Simon
Fantastic Fergie
At last a book that describes Fergie as he actually is. Beautifully written, and very incisive. I simply couldn't put it down. All my friends are going to get it for Christmas. Read more
Published 18 months ago by EVERT
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