"The Villa Premier Years 1992-2008" Book Review

With the lull in football action of a summer break I have been able to properly read "The Villa Premier Years".

The author Steve Brookes provides a fascinating insight into the history of the almighty Aston Villa...from a point of view of a passionate fan.

Steve contacted me through this website to help promote his book towards the end of 2008 when his book was nearing completion. I have been more than happy to provide links and recommendations for this unique project that also is raising money for charity.

Steve is aiming to raise £2,500 for a Great Wall of China Trek in aid of the RNID (deaf and hard of hearing) by August, with around £500 of the target left to go.

After various to-and-throwing between Aston Villa and other intellectual rights owners Steve was given the thumbs up to launch his book on the Claret and Blue public!

The book covers Villa's Premier League history from 1992-2008, with extra information about our local rivalry with Birmingham City.

Before reading The Premier Years I thought it might be a struggle to stay awake, like books I have read from former players, but I was very pleasantly surprised.

The book was intriguing to read, holds lots of interesting information, useful facts and Steve's personal views on players and managers completes the book nicely.

"The Premier Years" recalled many happy Villa memories for me and jogged my memory of some of the fantastic players who have worn the famous Claret and Blue over the years.

Steve has put a lot of work and research into this project to achieve his dream of publishing his own football-related book.

I thoroughly recommend this book to fellow Villans. Steve has some autographed copies available which makes it an ideal gift or keepsake. The price is £10.99 plus postage and packaging.

Endorsements from former players

"This book is a must have for all Aston Villa fans as it has all the history from the Premier League years. Superbly researched and presented; a great treat for all ardent Villa fans with happy hours to look forward to." Phil King

"It really does relive the magical moments in your head. A must read for all Villa fans from all generations." Shaun Teale

Louise Whitten (UK) -  Thanks again for the book Steve. The books superb with lots of useful info/facts. You've obviously worked really hard on it. Hope it really does well for you. x

Sue Vallis (USA)  - Hey Steve, thanks so much for the book "The Villa Premier Years" it's a great read and a must HAVE for any die hard Villa Fan!! If there is anyone out there who has not bought this book yet - BUY IT. It's worth every penny you'll pay, well written and informative, well done Steve!!! Awesome!!

Jason Wilkins (uk) - well steve what can i say an absolutely great book a must read for all villa fans,and the money goes to a great cause,best wishes mate, villa till will die!!!

Mat Wolski (UK) -  Villa Premier Years is a great book - amongst the signatures at the front is none other than Chris Nicholl. Nice to see what a lot of our classic players are up to now - i had no idea Dalian ended up at such illustrious clubs as Al-Ittihad, Daejoen Citizen and Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors - what a fall from grace he had! Put together with an obvious lot of love for the club, recommended for any Villan. Thanks mate.

Michael Baines (UK) -  I've read my villa book mate cheers was a very good book. was nice to have a book with a bit of an insight in to what other fans opinions where on past players although my views where similar to your own. And was also good to look back on past seasons . Hope you hurry up and bring another one out mate!

Sarah Feerick (UK) - Got book yay! lol.....It was a great read, very well detailed,  Good luck with your sponsors hope you reach your target and more. xxxxx

Carl Rooney (UK) - Hi steve. Thank's for me Villa book. I really enjoyed reading that. I hope you get you'r target for charity. Have a good weekend mate. Up the Villa!!!!!

Jayne Preston (UK) - many thanks for the fantastic book. It's great. Am reading it before wrapping it up! Can't resist great read. Xx

 

 

 

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