A fascinating insight into the social history of Liverpool intertwined with history of the Blue side of the city Read more

I'm not into football at all but the book was recommended to me as an interesting read. I'm not a reader, in fact I have to confess this is the first book I have read cover to cover, I am recently retired so thought I would give it a go, now I have more time on my hands. I was surprised how interesting I found it, especially the social and economic background to the developement of the football club. I supported Everton as a kid but I really haven't shown any interest in football in my adult life. You don't have to be a football fan to enjoy this book. Read more

As someone who is interested in the history of football, this book really stood out for me. I’m an Evertonian but I feel the book would be captivating to any football fan. Especially, people interested in football history. It’s been a great read. The authors writing style suits the content perfectly. A good mix between approachable and factual. Interesting comparisons between modern and historic football fan bases are made and analysed in great detail. Amazed to see the similarities between Everton and the other founding member clubs. Seeing how attendance of matches as well as the pricing of tickets has developed throughout the last hundred odd years, is truly fascinating. Lots of other clubs are covered in the book, from Notts County to Southampton. This is a book made by a fan, for the fans. Read more

I bought Bob's book on recommendation and found it an extremely interesting practical and sociological history of Everton FC. So good to see how the club has retained its community spirit and local fan base, as well as the influential nature of the fans themselves in decision making. Bob's style is easy to read and, whilst not a dyed in the wool football fan, I found myself drawn in to the Everton world. Interesting also to understand a bit more about the Premier League and the globalisation of football generally; perhaps much could be learned from Everton's example. Even though top flight success has not been raining on them of late, all power to the fans for sticking with their team. Thank you, Bob, for giving me the fans' eye view. Read more

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