Manchester City: The Illustrated History competition

By Ric Turner, Fri 24 January 2020 15:53


Manchester City: The Illustrated History competitionWin one of ten copies of this officially endorsed book, with a forward written by manager Pep Guardiola

Manchester City: The Official Illustrated History celebrates the illustrious history and modern dominance of one of English football's most storied teams. Few clubs can boast a story as dramatic and fascinating as Manchester City.

This officially endorsed book, with the Foreword written by manager Pep Guardiola, traces the club's history from its formation in 1880, the trials and tribulation of growth, the name change to Manchester City 125 years ago, the battle to emerge from the shadow of Manchester United, the glory years of the 1930s and late 1960s, and the difficult period of relegation and promotion that followed, right through to the takeover by Sheikh Mansour that has helped turn the team into a super power of world football.

Written in a lively and informative style and illustrated with 150 dramatic action images and rare behind-the-scenes photographs, it includes profiles of the club's legendary players and important figures. Manchester City: The Official Illustrated History gives a unique insight into one of the world's greatest football clubs.

To win one of ten copies of the book, just answer the following question:

In what year did City first win the FA Cup?

Please email your answer with the subject line "City Illustrated History Competition" to ric@bluemoon-mcfc.co.uk by 5pm, Thursday 30th January 2020.