Frankie 8,295 Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 http://www.gersnetonline.co.uk/2010/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=160:win-one-of-five-copies-of-the-colin-stein-story&catid=1:articles&Itemid=67 In conjunction with our friends at Birlinn Books, we have five copies of the following fantastic book available to win. Colin Stein is a man of firsts. The first player ever to persuade the Rangers board to sign off a six-figure transfer fee, he scored a hat-trick on his first appearance for the club and became the first Scotland international to score in five consecutive appearances for the national side. Now, for the first time, Stein tells the remarkable story of his career for both club and country to journalist Paul Smith, charting the highs and lows of a tumultuous life in football. The Ibrox idol reveals the lengths Rangers went to lure him away from Hibs, recalls the way he coped with his new role as the sportââ?¬â?¢s big money man and has his say on the Old Firm rivalry that robbed him of a coveted Scotland record. Steinââ?¬â?¢s story looks back on the conspiracy theory surrounding his absence from the clubââ?¬â?¢s push for league and cup glory during his early days at Ibrox and includes cherished memories of his match winning goal in the European Cup Winnersââ?¬â?¢ Cup final victory in Barcelona in 1972. Stein also sets the record straight about his shock departure from Ibrox in the aftermath of that European triumph and his heroic return as, in his second stint with Rangers, he scored the goal which shattered Celticââ?¬â?¢s ten in a row dream ââ?¬â?? not to mention the conflict within Ibrox that his dramatic impact on that vital title race provoked. Then thereââ?¬â?¢s the violent threats which led him to hang up his boots early as well as exactly what he made of the illustrious managers he served under in a remarkable and fascinating career. Paul Smith has been working as a journalist in Scotland since 1996. He began his career with the Dundee Courier, Sunday Post and Inverurie Herald prior to an eight year spell on the Press and Journal sports desk team in Aberdeen, where he is now head of the photographic department. He has written five football titles, including Rangers Cult Heroes and To Barcelona And Beyond. To be in with a chance of winning one of the five copies available, just tell us from which club did Rangers sign Colin Stein? Pm me now with your answer! Competition closes at midnight on November 30th. Admin decision is final! Members of Gersnet can also receive Ã?£2 off the hardback book (rrp Ã?£16.99) by calling 0845 370 0067 and quoting GSN1109 - postage and packing is free within the UK! An ideal gift for Christmas! 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie 8,295 Posted November 19, 2009 Author Share Posted November 19, 2009 Join Rangers legend Colin Stein when he will be signing in-store at Glasgow's Borders Bookshop on Saturday 21st November at 11.30am and the Wee Rangers Club on Saturday 12th December at 11am. For further information regarding these events, please visit the Borders and WRC websites. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tannochsidebear 2,352 Posted November 19, 2009 Share Posted November 19, 2009 I hear that big Colin Stein has a book launch this sunday night at the Alea Casino in Glasgow in the form of a �£50 sportsmans dinner. Speakers are Joe Cammy, John Geaghan and Bill Copland. Dont know if I have heard Joe before, but John and Bill are fantastic after dinner speakers. I hear there are still tickets left, as I got a text tonight asking if I wanted to go. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie 8,295 Posted November 20, 2009 Author Share Posted November 20, 2009 Yip, big contacts is organising this as far as I know... If anyone fancies a ticket, let me know and I'll put you in touch with him. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie 8,295 Posted November 20, 2009 Author Share Posted November 20, 2009 Come everyone get your entries in - only 10 days left! 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie 8,295 Posted November 23, 2009 Author Share Posted November 23, 2009 Not many Colin Stein fans by the few entries so far... Get your entries in folk for what would be a great Xmas gift. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zappa 0 Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 Entry sent! 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluedell 5,417 Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 Yip, big contacts is organising this as far as I know... The number of dinners in Glasgow for ex-Rangers players is suddenly going to go through the roof. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie 8,295 Posted November 23, 2009 Author Share Posted November 23, 2009 As long as I get invites, then I'm all for it... Has anyone phoned Capucho yet? 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie 8,295 Posted November 23, 2009 Author Share Posted November 23, 2009 Just to add that Colin Stein will be signing copies of his book between 12.00pm and 1.00 pm on Sunday 29th November at the JJB Rangers Megastore, Ibrox Stadium. For further information, or to reserve a signed copy please contact the store directly on 0141 427 4444. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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