Taking No Prisoners
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Taking No Prisoners

The Story of Frank Barson, Football's First Hardman

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eBook - ePub

Taking No Prisoners

The Story of Frank Barson, Football's First Hardman

About this book

Discover the untold story of Frank Barson, English football's original 'hard man' and a forgotten legend of the 1920s.

Taking No Prisoners charts Barson's rise from Sheffield's gritty industrial heartland to the heights of English football. Known for his uncompromising style, Barson transformed Aston Villa and Manchester United, becoming both an inspiration and a controversial figure. Explore his working-class roots, his battles on and off the pitch, and the enduring legacy of a player who set a new standard for aggression and determination.

Was he a villain or a visionary? Uncover the truth behind the legend and understand why Barson remains a captivating figure in the history of the beautiful game. Perfect for fans of sports biographies, English history, and tales of working-class grit. Will Barson's story inspire you, or will his ruthless tactics leave you cold? Find out in Taking No Prisoners.

Information

eBook ISBN
9781785316012
Year
2019

Table of contents

  1. Cover Page
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright Page
  4. Contents
  5. Dedication
  6. Acknowledgements
  7. Introduction
  8. A Note on Sources:
  9. 1. A Burnt Offering
  10. 2. Sheffield
  11. 3. Grimesthorpe
  12. 4. Football Beginnings
  13. 5. Battling Barnsley
  14. 6. Barson’s Bombshell
  15. 7. The Barnsley Punch
  16. 8. An England Cap
  17. 9. A Cup Final Warning
  18. 10. The Stormy Petrel of the Game
  19. 11. Fires Slumbering Beneath
  20. 12. Bouncing Off Barson
  21. 13. Barson Takes A Battering
  22. 14. Back in the Big Time
  23. 15. The Barson Bump
  24. 16. Football That Kills
  25. 17. Justice for Frank?
  26. 18. Barson the Roamer
  27. Afterword
  28. Barson and the Men in Black
  29. Books Used
  30. Photos

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