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This book is the complete guide to all of the games played by Hearts in European competitions since the club become only the third Scottish team to enter the European Cup. With contributions from several prominent Hearts players and celebrity fans, including Ken Stott and Scott Wilson, Hearts in Europe will evoke forgotten memories amongst fans of all ages.About Mike Buckle
Born in 1955, Mike Buckle has followed Hearts for over 50 years, witness the highs and lows of his beloved club. During this time, he has developed an expansive knowledge of the history of the club, in particular the 'golden age' of the 1950s. He is a regular contributor to the Hearts history and memorabilia magazine, Eighteen 74, and has written and produced an event about the 1957/58 season for the Leith Book Festival. Mike is bothe a season ticket and shareholder and continues to follow the club throughout the UK and abroad, charting their European exploits.
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| Binding | EAN | ISBN-10 | Pub Date | PAGES | Language | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardcover | 9781908373410 | 1908373415 | 2014-11-25 | 192 | English | 0.00 x 8.00 x 9.00 in | $29.95 |
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