Ultimate Rugby Superstars: Kick off the Six Nations and World Cup with 50 fact-filled biographies of the world's greatest rugby heroes - the perfect introduction for young fans aged 7-11 - Couverture souple

Oldfield, Matt; Alphonsi, Maggie

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1529525047 ISBN 13 : 9781529525045

Editeur : Walker Books Ltd, 2025

Synopsis

Discover the incredible true stories of 50 of the greatest heroes in rugby union - the perfect introduction to the sport for young fans aged 7-11 and for the whole family to enjoy - written by international rugby star Maggie Alphonsi and million-copy-bestselling author Matt Oldfield.

*Shortlisted for the Charles Tyrwhitt Sports Book Awards 2026*

From rugby's sporting legends to upcoming young superstars, find out about the most exciting and inspiring tales of success, failure, injury and bravery. With 50 biographies of superstars from all over the world, and covering the Six Nations and World Cup, discover the incredible true stories of:

- Siya Kolisi
- Jonny Wilkinson
- Ellie Kildunne
- Antoine Dupont
- Emily Scarratt
- Brian O'Driscoll

And many more! Learn the ins and outs of the game, with fascinating facts, player profiles and top tips to improve your own performance.
Celebrate the new rugby season with this ideal book for readers who love facts, sport and true stories, with short chapters packed with stats and trivia.

A propos du livre

À propos des auteurs

Matt Oldfield grew up in Southampton, playing football with his brother Tom. The two brothers are the authors of the bestselling Ultimate Football Heroes series – fun football biographies that tell the exciting life stories of superstars like Gareth Bale, Lionel Messi and Mo Salah, from the playground through to the pitch. He lives in Bristol.

Maggie Alphonsi MBE is a former England international Rugby Union and Saracens flanker player, helping England win the Rugby World Cup in 2014. She was the Sunday Telegraph's Sports Woman of the Year in 2016. She is now a rugby commentator, motivational speaker and promotes women and girls' involvement in rugby.

Dan Leydon is an illustrator and designer based in Ireland. Pairing a versatile approach with captivating, and expressive art, Dan’s work is adaptable, effective and highly engaging.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Walker Books Ltd
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1529525047
• ISBN 13: 9781529525045
• Reliure: Broché
• Illustrateur: Leydon Dan
• Nombre de pages: 288
• Coordonnées du fabricant: Walk; n.pederzini@terminaldistribuzione.com; ; Via Bruno Buozzi, 24/26,; Granarolo dell'Emilia BO,; 40057; Italie