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THE MODERN RUGBY GAME. AND HOW TO PLAY IT

THE MODERN RUGBY GAME. AND HOW TO PLAY IT

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Nicholls was one of the greatest centre three-quarters in the first golden era of Welsh rugby. This instructional volume reveals his methods and gives a fascinating insight into the rugby of the Edwardian era.

First edition. 8vo. 96pp. Original pictorial cloth. Frontispiece portrait of Nicholls with numerous plates throughout. Owner's details in ink to fly-leaf. Very good condition.

Date
1908
Publisher
Health & Strength
Author
E. Gwyn NICHOLLS

£60.00 (Code: 92481)

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