My TOP 5 Leeds United Books of the Year Awards

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My TOP 5 Leeds United Books of the Year Awards

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For a bit of fun, and because there are just so many quality books coming out recently on Leeds United, I compiled my top five books on LUFC for 2021.

These have been selected based on if I have personally had a chance to look through and read them, so there were some candidates that I couldn't judge based on that fact alone. If you are looking to add to your own LUFC book collection then read on.

TOP 5 for 2021

#5
The Only Place For Us: An A-Z History of Elland Road (2nd Edition)
Jon Howe
Pitch Publishing Ltd, 2021
978-178531883


http://www.lufctalk.com/resources/leeds ... d-549.html

"Leeds United's Elland Road home is one of the most iconic sporting arenas in Britain, yet it started life as a desolate patch of land surrounded by coalfields. The Only Place For Us pulls together the never-before-told history of the developing stadium and its changing local environment, revealing the background stories behind Elland Road's most famous features and characters, and the astonishing events it has witnessed."

#4
Marcelo Bielsa: Thirteen Steps to the Premier League
Lee Scott
Pitch Publishing, 2021
978-1785318221


http://www.lufctalk.com/resources/leeds ... e-706.html

"Marcelo Bielsa has crafted a team in his image, a team that plays in an almost bewildering attacking style with fluidity across the pitch. Leeds have become synonymous with exciting, attacking, vertical football and this style has seen them promoted back to the Premier League. Professional football analyst Lee Scott explains how, breaking down the tactics that have made Leeds so successful during Bielsa's time. "

#3
And it was Beautiful: Marcelo Bielsa and the Rebirth of Leeds United
Phil Hay
Seven Dials, 2021
978-1841885162


http://www.lufctalk.com/resources/leeds ... d-712.html

"Phil Hay documents the fortunes of Leeds United under Marcelo Bielsa during their return to the Premier League for the 2020/21 season. By weaving in stories of crises from the club's purgatory in the English Football League, he presents a comprehensive and compelling portrait of an enigmatic manager whose values are the antithesis of everything that has previously gone wrong at Leeds during the dark days of Ken Bates, Massimo Cellino and GFH. The book will pull back the curtain on Bielsa's innovative tactical methods, his unconventional yet highly productive relationship with owner Andrea Radrizzani and Director of Football Victor Orta, his intensely loyal backroom team and the extraordinary cultural impact Bielsa has had on the city of Leeds - from murals and songs to cult fanbases in the provinces of Argentina. The result is a unique and beautiful love affair that has made dreams come true."

#2
United Revolución
Justin Slee
Jump North, 2021
978-1-5272-8051-9 [ISBN]


http://www.lufctalk.com/resources/leeds ... n-713.html

"This book captures and records a moment in time between 2018-2020 through graphic design and documentary photography. Accompanying the photographs are a series of Leeds United themed essays, memories and quotes shared by both the fans and current and former representatives of the club. These include Eddie Gray, Liam Cooper, Lucas Radebe, Stuart Dallas, David Batty, Josh Warrington, Phil Hay, and many more. All of which combine to confirm why Elland Road has become such a sacred and special place in the hearts of all the supporters of Leeds United, from around the world."

#1
The Leeds United Collection: A History of the Club's Kits
Robert Endeacott & Ben Hunt
Pitch Publishing Ltd, 2021
978-1785319792 [ISBN]


http://www.lufctalk.com/resources/leeds ... s-719.html

"The Leeds United Collection takes you on a fascinating multi-coloured journey through the club's history from 1919 to the present day. With stunning photos of unique match-worn Leeds shirts and other paraphernalia, the book tells the Whites' story alongside anecdotes, interviews and quotes from many big names. See home and away shirts worn by Leeds legends from various eras including Billy Bremner and Albert Johanneson, David Batty, Gary Speed, Peter Lorimer, Paul Madeley, Paul Reaney, Norman Hunter, Mick Jones, Allan Clarke, Frank and Eddie Gray, Terry Yorath, John Sheridan, Ian Baird, Fabian Delph, Kalvin Phillips, Pablo Hernandez and many more. These superb images are brought to life with commentary on title- and trophy-winning seasons, plus promotion-winning campaigns."


Love to hear your thoughts, and any others you feel missed out?
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