Publisher's Synopsis
This is a comprehensive account of Glasgow Celtic Football Club's history. The book is split into three sections, each addressing different eras in the club's development.;Section one examines Celtic FC's early days, from the club's first Scottish Cup final victory in 1892, to Jimmy Quinn's record breaking Cup final hat-trick in 1904, the tragic death of John Thomson in 1925 and on to the breathtaking Exhibition Trophy win of 1938.;The second section concentrates on the club's golden era and an epoch which is close to many fans' hearts. This section opens with the Coronation Cup win of 1953, takes the reader on to the Scottish League final of 1957 which saw the club beat Glasgow Rangers 7-1, and culminates in the club's international success with victory in the European Cup final of 1967.;The final section brings us up to date and examines epic victories such as the ten-men win against Rangers in 1978, the unforgettable 'double' season of 1987-88, and moves on through the disappointments of the 1990s to finish with the club's stunning success under new manager Martin O'Neill.
