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http://www.johnnyowen.com/Book_cover.jpg In book shops this Friday (May 19th), the official Johnny Owen biography - The Big If.

The book was written by an award winning sports journalist, Rick Broadbent, who has written a few books previously; it's an excellent read.

The book has been 3 years in the making and contains lengthy input from Dick Owens, Lupe Pintor, Dai Gardiner etc. etc. and all those closest to John.

Not only does it contain the story of John's life and career but also features several chapters on Pintor's life and career too. Intimate details of the lives of both men giving a fascinating insight into their characters, background and the journey that eventually brought them together.

In some ways it could be said it's two biographies for the price of one. Talking of price, the list price is £16.99 but Amazon.co.uk have it on offer for £10.18, IMO an excellect price for a newly published book of this quality.

Forgot to add:

For a synopsis and reviews of the book visit johnnyowen.com

I remember reading some nice work about Johnny from I believe Hugh McCilvanney,but I cant remember the name of the book. A piece called Onward virgin soldier.Maybe someone remembers the name of the book . Johhny was a great guy.

expug wrote:I remember reading some nice work about Johnny from I believe Hugh McCilvanney,but I cant remember the name of the book. A piece called Onward virgin soldier.Maybe someone remembers the name of the book . Johhny was a great guy.

Must have been McCillvanney on Boxing, I think. Great book.

bigzab wrote:

expug wrote:I remember reading some nice work about Johnny from I believe Hugh McCilvanney,but I cant remember the name of the book. A piece called Onward virgin soldier.Maybe someone remembers the name of the book . Johhny was a great guy.

Must have been McCillvanney on Boxing, I think. Great book.

Yeah, it was McIllvanney. I don't always agree with what he has to say, but he sure has a great way with words.