The Greatest Game by Ross Fitzgerald and Ken Spillman

The Greatest Game

Edited by Ross Fitzgerald and Ken Spillman

William Heinemann, 1989, ISBN 0855612703, lightly illustrated with one or two black and white photographs, paperback

Very Good Condition, a little edge and shelf wear, a little rubbing and bumping to edges and corners, no inscriptions, uncreased spine (see photographs)

“In Australia, nothing excites such passion as the tribal loyalties generated by Aussie Rules.  Nothing unites people, nothing so divides them.  In The Greatest Game, Australia’s best writers – women and men, young and old, participants and non-participants – share their oval dreams.  These reflections on Australian football range from witty and affectionate reminiscences and expressions of hope for the future to statements of deep alienation and betrayal.  This innovative and entertaining collection opens a new window on football and its role in Australian culture and society.”