- Hardcover: 208 pages
- Publisher: Mainstream Publishing; illustrated edition edition (9 Sep 2002)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1840186127
- ISBN-13: 978-1840186123
- Product Dimensions: 23.6 x 15.8 x 2.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
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They call him "Lash", after the velocity at which he was officially recorded as the hottest shot in football. Peter Lorimer's blistering 90mph strike left many a goalkeeper clutching thin air as he waltzed into the record books as a permanent member of the fantastic Leeds United team which, under the managership of Don Revie from 1961-74, carried all before them. In September 1962, he made his debut aged 15 years and 289 days. His first spell with the club lasted until 1979 and he then returned for a second period between 1983 and '86. He remains the only Leeds player to have scored over 200 goals, and won 21 caps for Scotland. The highlight of his international career was the 1974 World Cup in West Germany, although his country was eliminated despite having not lost a single game. Travelling throughout Europe with Leeds at the height of their success, Lorimer witnessed bribery and corruption as well as glory and failure. Telling his story with candour, humour, warmth and not a little controversy, Lorimer celebrates the 40th anniversary of his involvement with a club which have recently enjoyed a spectacular rebirth with successive appearances in European semi-finals.
About the Author
Peter Lorimer is now involved with the commercial side of the club through matchday entertainment, contributes to matchday commentaries for BBC Radio Leeds, writes a weekly column for the Yorkshire Evening Post and is organiser of the ex-players' association. Phil Rostron is a successful journalist, having been sports editor for the Daily Star for the last ten years. He now holds the same post at the Yorkshire Evening Post.
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Hot Shot Scores Another Winner!,
This review is from: Peter Lorimer: Leeds and Scotland Hero (Mainstream Sport) (Paperback)
Having just read The Unforgiven, Peter Lorimer's autobiography was an insider's view of the same period in Leeds United's history. Peter certainly doesnt hold back and tells it how he saw it.
There are some great insights into how players were recruited in those days, 'gifts' for referees on European nights and the relationship between Don Revie and his team. Another must for Leeds fans 'of a certain age' or those looking to build a knowledge of football in the 60s and 70s. I enjoyed every page.
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A different take,
By B J M (Hampshire United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Peter Lorimer: Leeds and Scotland Hero (Mainstream Sport) (Paperback)
Lorimer provides an entertaining and readable account of his Leeds days. In particular he's prepared to be a little more "gloves off" than some and that makes this book all the more enjoyable.
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Hardest shot in football,
By Fonz "Jaggerman" (Ireland) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Peter Lorimer: Leeds and Scotland Hero (Mainstream Sport) (Paperback)
Lorimer was the hardest shot in football in the enigmatic leeds team under don revie. if your a leeds fan read this
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