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OverviewIn 1995, British rugby went open, became professional, and was to change forever. This book reveals the intricate machinations of the media moguls, the players, and their agents in their determination to make this transition happen. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Derek Wyatt , Colin HerridgePublisher: John Blake Publishing Ltd Imprint: Metro Books, London Dimensions: Width: 16.50cm , Height: 2.80cm , Length: 24.40cm Weight: 0.531kg ISBN: 9781844540044ISBN 10: 1844540049 Pages: 304 Publication Date: 19 September 2003 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Out of Print Availability: In Print ![]() Limited stock is available. It will be ordered for you and shipped pending supplier's limited stock. Table of ContentsThe Rugby Revolution is the definitive study of the state of rugby union today. In 1995, British rugby went open, became professional and was to change forever. This is the inside story of how that transition occurred, and reveals the intricate machinations of the media moguls, the players and the agents in their determination to make it happen. It is a book that will blow the lid of the secrets of international rugby that the men behind it do not want you to know, and will cause a stir amongst rugby's most fanatical followers.ReviewsAuthor InformationDerek Wyatt played rugby for England and the Barbarians. He coached Richmond and was a selector for England students. He has been rugby correspondent for The Times, The Observer and the FT, and is the editor of the International Rugby Almanac. He is currently MP for Sittingbourne and Sheppey and is a member of the Select Committee for Culture, Media and Sport. Colin Herridge was secretary of Harlequins from 1981-1994 and was on the RFU Committee from 1986-1997. He was Media Liaison Officer for the England team and Executive of the RFU. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |