This is a unique and magnificent collection
of photographs of Sunderland AFC from the very early days until 1992, freshly
selected from thousands of images in the "Daily Mirror's" extensive
archive. These superb photos, many of them previously unpublished, document the
rise of this famous, traditional and much loved 130 year old football club,
from its formation by a Teacher, Scotsman James Allan, to the Team Of All The
Talents, the 9 v 1 thrashing of arch rivals Newcastle United and the iconic
1913 FA Cup Final. Marvel at this superb pre war period where the club, through
the efforts of players such as Doig, Buchan, Carter and Gurney swept all before
them to claim 6 English league championships. Enjoy the heights of the post war
period including Sunderland’s Bank Of England team, 1973 and Sunderland’s spiritual
home; Roker Park. It's all here. This book brings to life the periods, the
personalities and the human stories – When Football Was Football!