The Green Machine: Anecdotal History of the University Football Club.

Langue : anglais

Edité par University Football Club, Crawely, Western Australia, 2008

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Book condition is fine. Clean and unmarked. Dust jacket near fine, to tears & clean. Text body is clean & unmarked throughout the book. Spine intact. Book block is clean & unmarked all side of the book. Over-all an excellent copy of the book. Extra charges for over-sea shipping due to weight exceed more than 500grams. "The Green Machine" is a detailed, anecdotal history of the University Football Club that traces its development from a small student team to a legendary football institution, highlighting its sporting culture, personalities, and memorable moments. Overview of the Book: Title: The Green Machine: An Anecdotal History of the University Football Club: A Drinking Club with a Football Problem. Author: James Wieland. Publisher: University Football Club, University of Western Australia. Year Published: 2008. Pages: 560, with illustrations and portraits. Format: Hardcover with dust jacket. The book provides a comprehensive narrative of the University Football Club, beginning with its inaugural game in 1913 against the Law students and continuing to contemporary times. It blends historical facts, player anecdotes, and club stories, often with humorous commentary, reflecting the club’s unique culture described as "a drinking club with a football problem" .Key Themes and Content: Early History: Covers the formation and rise of the University Football Club, including its participation in multiple leagues over the years, such as the Metropolitan Junior Football Association, the WAFL, and the Perth Football League. Club Achievements: Documents the club’s numerous premierships and sustained success, including winning over 105 flags across all grades, making it one of the most successful amateur football clubs in Australia. Anecdotes of Players: Highlights stories of notable players, including Terry “Boof” O’Connor, who contributed both on and off the field. The book captures his intense but quirky playing style, exemplified by his fearless defending and use of deep drop kicks, as well as his administrative contributions to Australian football. Club Culture: Emphasizes the club’s distinct culture and humor, illustrating the camaraderie, personalities, and traditions that shaped its identity. Wieland portrays both sporting achievements and social life in the club, combining factual history with personal recollections and humorous commentary. Historical Documentation: Includes illustrations, photographs, and a thorough bibliography, providing a rich visual and literary record of over a century of football history. Significance: "The Green Machine" serves as both a historical record and a cultural snapshot of the University Football Club, preserving the stories, personalities, and sporting achievements that have defined the club throughout its existence. It is recognized as the official anecdotal history of the club and is highly regarded by collectors and football historians interested in Western Australian football. In summary, the book is not only a chronicle of matches and premierships but also a vivid account of the human side of football at an amateur level, celebrating the passion, dedication, and humor that define the University Football Club .…

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Titre
The Green Machine: Anecdotal History of the University Football Club.
Auteur
James Wieland
Éditeur
University Football Club, Crawely, Western Australia
Année de publication
2008
État de l'article
Très bon
Jaquette
Bon
Reliure
Couverture rigide
Langue
anglais
Impression
1er tirage

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