Man Who Created Merseyside Football. John Houlding, Founding Father of Liverpool and Everton, Paperback/David Kennedy

This biography of John Houlding, the principal figure in the creation of both Everton and Liverpool football clubs in the late nineteenth century, provides a comprehensive look into early professional football, breaking new ground by addressing the important role of football club ownership in the early history of the game. Illustrations: 20 Halftones, black and white