Gersnet Competition - Win a Copy of: Temple of Dreams: The Changing Face of Ibrox

[Frankie 8,562]

http://www.gersnetonline.net/newsite/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=694&Itemid=2

 

In conjunction with our friends at Breedon Books, we have a couple of copies of the following fantastic book available to win.

 

Temple of Dreams: The Changing Face of Ibrox

By Iain Duff

http://www.breedonbooks.co.uk/

 

For more than 100 years, Ibrox has been the home of Rangers Football Club. It has been the scene not only of some of this sporting institution's greatest triumphs, but also of two of the worst disasters in British football. An imposing ground that is rich in history and tradition, Ibrox also boasts state-of-the-art facilities that rank alongside the best in the world. Its wood-panelled entrance lobby and famous marble staircase evoke memories of a distant era, while the glittering trophy room inside the magnificent Main Stand tells the story of the club better than any words.But although Rangers have managed to preserve the traditions of the famous old stadium, much of the Ibrox of today bears little resemblance to the ground which opened in December 1899.

 

This book charts, in words and pictures, the history of Ibrox, from the early days, through the creation of Archibald Leitch's stunning Main Stand in 1929, with its Masonic imagery, to the present day five-star facilities. Using official records and eye-witness accounts, it tells the story of the two Ibrox disasters that claimed a total of 92 lives, and tells how the second tragedy in 1971 resulted in a complete overhaul of the stadium and the creation of the most modern football ground in Britain, years ahead of its time.

 

As well as the many football triumphs, the stadium has witnessed dozens of other events over the years, including the famous annual Ibrox Sports meeting created by the legendary manager Bill Struth. On one spectacular afternoon, seven world records were broken in one race on the Ibrox cinder track. The book also reveals the part played by famous figures like Buffalo Bill Cody, King George V, Winston Churchill, Eric Liddell, Billy Graham, Frank Sinatra and Elton John in the history of the stadium.

 

Ibrox, which holds the record attendance for a League match in Britain, would of course be nothing more than a pile of bricks and mortar without the fans who breathe life into it every other Saturday. Here, supporters recall their memories of the stadium, from starting bonfires on the vast terraces to keep warm in the depths of winter, to donning customised hard-hats as protection from flying beer bottles in the 1960s, to the spectacular Champions League nights of the 21st century.

 

A fascinating journey through the history of the club, Duff's absorbing narrative is charged throughout with the passion of the fans and the red-hot atmosphere in the ground.

 

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Temple-Dreams-Changing-Face-Ibrox/dp/1859836690/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1225965439&sr=1-1

 

To win, just tell us who designed the stunning Ibrox main stand - pm me with your answer and you'll be entered into the draw to win one of the books!

 

Entries accepted until midnight on Thursday 20th November. Admin decision is final.

 

Edited November 6, 2008 by Frankie

[Frankie 8,562]

Also coming soon - a full review of the book!

 

EDIT: Anyone interested in reviewing Rangers books for the main site, please pm me. We've got a few competitions coming up and the reviewer will obviously receive a free copy of each book to write their article.

 

A great chance to build up your Rangers library!

Edited November 6, 2008 by Frankie

[theboyharley 5]

Can previous winners enter this competition haha

[Frankie 8,562]

Everyone can enter mate... You shouldn't be penalised for being lucky.

 

I'd urge everyone to do so as this really is a superb book and the odds of winning are very good. All for free!

 

[Tannochsidebear 2,406]

I read the article in FF reviewing the book and I have already asked for it for my Xmas from my son, it looks a great read and full of the history of our club.

[Frankie 8,562]

Keep the entries coming in folks... Honestly, well worth a quick pm to be in with a chance of a copy!

 

Other competitions coming up include the following prizes:

 

Ally McCoist: Portrait of a Hero (John Blake Publishing)

The Rangers Miscellany (Vision Sports Publishing)

Rangers' Cult Heroes (Know the Score Publishing)

Sent Off At Gunpoint: The Autobiography of Willie Johnston (Know the Score Publishing)

The Encyclopaedia of Scottish Football (Know the Score Publishing)

The Autobiography of John Wark (Know the Score Publishing)

 

Something for everyone there.

 

[Super_Ally 0]

Marvin Andrews - The ultimate cult hero?

[Frankie 8,562]

He'd certainly be one of mine. Loved the big man's contribution during his time here.

[Super_Ally 0]

Think he epitomises the term more than anyone else I can think of.

 

Cult Hero - Not necessarily the most gifted player, but loved by the fans for his on and off the field contribution.

[Frankie 8,562]

Also coming up to win very soon:

 

Rangers: 100 Heroes of the Modern Game (by Dean Hayes - Birlinn Publishing)

Silver Smith: The Biography of Walter Smith (by Neil Drysdale - Birlinn Publishing)