Jim Baxter - the legendary 'Slim Jim' - was arguably Scotland's
greatest-ever footballer, a left-footed genius who became a Rangers
icon and helped Scotland humiliate world champions England at Wembley
in 1967 - with some famous keepie-uppie along the way. And although
much has been written about Slim Jim over the years, the real story
behind his life is now revealed for the first time. When Jim Baxter
joined Rangers in 1960 for a record fee of £17,500, he quickly proved
his worth, helping the team to ten trophies over the next five years.
It was the start of a glittering career and a hard-drinking,
hard-living lifestyle in the big city, where he fully enjoyed the
fruits of his success. But behind the glamour on and off the park, Jim
Baxter hid a secret that would torment him for most of his life, a
secret he only discovered the full truth about when he was fifty years
old. What is beyond doubt is that Slim Jim Baxter will forever be
revered for his unbelievable footballing talent. He will also be
remembered for his ability to live life to the full and beyond. But
had he uncovered the truth earlier about the family secret that left
him shattered, the life of this footballing genius might have been
very different both on and off the pitch.
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ISBN
9781845028510
Publisert
2014
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Black & White Publishing
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
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Digital bok
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