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A captivating and moving account of the injustice faced by the first England womens World Cup team that was banned by the F.A and mocked by the media. Told by the team themselves and written by the celebrity daughter of the main striker.A captivating and moving account of the first England womens football team that took part in the 1971 World Cup detailing the injustice faced by those who took part and its effect on the womens game as a whole. Told by the team themselves and written by the celebrity daughter of the main striker.Dont laugh, one day there may be a female Arsenal, one headline read amidst the ridicule following the First Womens World Cup in 1971.The spotlight was on the original lionesses, a diverse group of schoolgirls, bank clerks, and switchboard operators, primarily hailing from Chiltern Valley football club, run by a 60yearold, multilingual bus driver called Harry. These amateur girls emerged as Englands first womens football team at the 1971 World Cup in Mexico, only to face scorn once returned home. They were mocked by the press and their achievements were undermined. Players were banned for three months to two years if they tried to play with another team. The heroes had been punished.But the time has come to tell their truth.Narrated by the daughter of one of the team members, Janice Barton, with unprecedented access to the secrets and insights of the first ever womans team, this is a multigenerational story celebrating the power of a group of women who refused to accept the status quo revealing how the events of 1971 shaped mother and daughters lives both personally and professionally.50 years later, Gail, her mother, and the rest of the team are ready to tell their story and share the legacy of the lost lionesses.
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As a history buff, I was thrilled to find this book! It shines a light on the incredible achievements of these trailblazing women. The writing is engaging, and I learned a lot. I've already recommended it to my book club!
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Michael Johnson
Disappointing Quality
I was excited to read this book, but my copy arrived with bent pages, which was disappointing. The story seems interesting, but I haven’t gotten far because I’m frustrated with the condition. Wish I had a better experience!
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Samantha O'Reilly
A Must-Read for Sports Fans
I picked up 'The Incredible Story of England's Forgotten Trailblazers' after hearing about it on a podcast. It's so well-researched and highlights women who broke barriers in sports. I loved how it brought their stories to life, making me feel like I was there with them!
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Jamal Thompson
Informative but a Bit Slow
The book does a great job covering a unique topic, but I found some parts dragged on. I appreciate the effort in telling these women's stories, but I wish the pacing was better. Still, it's definitely a good read if you're into sports history!
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