Tranmere Rovers The Complete Record Author:Gilbert Upton, Steve Wilson, Peter Bishop "Tranmere Rovers: the Complete Record" is the official history of Rovers since their formation as Belmont, and its release has been timed to coincide with the 125th anniversary of that date. The foreword has been penned by BBC presenter, and Tranmere fan, Ray Stubbs. A collaboration between club historians Gilbert Upton, Steve Wilson and former ... more »Tranmere programme editor Peter Bishop, this lavishly illustrated and beautifully produced book is the definitive guide to Tranmere Rovers and will be on the wish list of every Rovers fan. It is the culmination of over 20 years' painstaking research by the three authors. The story of Tranmere Rovers FC, from its fledgling beginnings as Belmont in the late 19th century, is one of determination in the face of adversity and takes the reader through the golden era of the late 80s and 90s right up to the present day in fascinating detail, with many previously unpublished illustrations included. Also included in this comprehensive volume is the story of the club's Anglo-Italian Cup adventures, match programmes, and internationals, plus profiles of 130 of the club's greatest players, all the managers, 25 memorable matches, and for the first time a meticulously researched and illustrated history of Prenton Park. Additionally, the full season-by-season record of every League and cup game Tranmere Rovers have contested since 1919 is documented, with summaries for the years before. A host of key data, records, statistics, and some unique graphs - including ones which chart the club's attendances and finances since inception - complete the picture. Enough facts and figures to satisfy the most ardent aficionado of the club's history! The result is a volume that is an essential addition to the bookshelf of any Rovers fan. Put simply, this is finally the book that provides everything any Rovers fan, and indeed any football fan, would want to know about Tranmere Rovers Football Club.« less