Celtic On This Day recounts, in diary form, major events and magic moments in the history of the Parkhead club.
From humble and noble origins of trying to feed the poor of Glasgow's East End, the club has risen to be a world institution with followers in all parts of the globe, such has been the lasting impact of the Scottish and Irish diaspora. Featuring the European exploits, the many triumphs on the Scottish scene and the one-off glories of the all British victories of 1902, 1938 and 1953. With individual entries for each day of the year, and multiple entries for busier times, this book not only cover the ups but also the downs.
Key features
- Part of the popular and successful On This Day series which features a number of football, cricket and sports clubs
- Includes contemporary and historic images of club legends and from the key events and matches from the club's colourful history
- Written by veteran football author and historian David Potter, author of a number of football titles
Celtic On This Day recounts, in diary form, major events and magic moments in the history of the Parkhead club.
From humble and noble origins of trying to feed the poor of Glasgow's East End, the club has risen to be a world institution with followers in all parts of the globe, such has been the lasting impact of the Scottish and Irish diaspora. Featuring the European exploits, the many triumphs on the Scottish scene and the one-off glories of the all British victories of 1902, 1938 and 1953. With individual entries for each day of the year, and multiple entries for busier times, this book not only cover the ups but also the downs.
Key features
- Part of the popular and successful On This Day series which features a number of football, cricket and sports clubs
- Includes contemporary and historic images of club legends and from the key events and matches from the club's colourful history
- Written by veteran football author and historian David Potter, author of a number of football titles