Tosh1218 592 Posted March 22, 2020 My Dad is an 80 yr old Scunthorpe Scorpions fan and also an avid reader , due to the horrid virus were all having to deal with he has had to self isolate . With having a lot of time on his hands I'm wanting to purchase new or secondhand books relating to his favourite sport to fill his time .Before Scunthorpe we both followed Hull Vikings until there demise so what I'm asking can people recommend books relating to the sport and without the obvious one EBAY any outlets that stock these books or anyone wanting to sell some of there own collection . Thanks in Advance Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve roberts 9,246 Posted March 22, 2020 29 minutes ago, Tosh1218 said: My Dad is an 80 yr old Scunthorpe Scorpions fan and also an avid reader , due to the horrid virus were all having to deal with he has had to self isolate . With having a lot of time on his hands I'm wanting to purchase new or secondhand books relating to his favourite sport to fill his time .Before Scunthorpe we both followed Hull Vikings until there demise so what I'm asking can people recommend books relating to the sport and without the obvious one EBAY any outlets that stock these books or anyone wanting to sell some of there own collection . Thanks in Advance I did come across a book about the History of Hull Speedway when in a second hand book store a couple of years ago now. You may still be able to obtain a copy? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hammer1969 421 Posted March 22, 2020 Try Amazon I typed in History of Hull Speedway and 2 showed up but I can't post the link Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hammer1969 421 Posted March 22, 2020 World of Books also showing one of them, it's £3.99 second-hand but it's free postage Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tosh1218 592 Posted March 23, 2020 On 3/22/2020 at 8:47 PM, hammer1969 said: World of Books also showing one of them, it's £3.99 second-hand but it's free postage Thank you I've ordered him 4 books from this site Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
michanekman 14 Posted March 24, 2020 Hi Tosh1218, sorry only just seen this - I have dozens of speedway books I don't want. You are welcome to them. I will try and list them in the very near future if you are interested. How can I contact you? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
martinmauger 584 Posted March 24, 2020 (edited) From the top of my head: The Will To Win by Ivan Mauger & Martin Rogers, Wembley And Beyond - Barry Briggs, The History of Hull Speedway 1930-1981 & Hull Speedway: Craven Park The First 10 Years both by Roger Hulbert, Wheels & Deals by Ian Thomas, Booey - Around In Circles by Eric Boocock, Confessions Of A Speedway Promoter & More Confessions both by John Berry, Simmo - The Whole Truth by Malcolm Simmons.... Edited March 24, 2020 by martinmauger Adding Briggo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve roberts 9,246 Posted March 24, 2020 59 minutes ago, martinmauger said: From the top of my head: The Will To Win by Ivan Mauger & Martin Rogers, Wembley And Beyond - Barry Briggs, The History of Hull Speedway 1930-1981 & Hull Speedway: Craven Park The First 10 Years both by Roger Hulbert, Wheels & Deals by Ian Thomas, Booey - Around In Circles by Eric Boocock, Confessions Of A Speedway Promoter & More Confessions both by John Berry, Simmo - The Whole Truth by Malcolm Simmons.... I have all of those bar the Hull ones...all great reads! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chunky 6,094 Posted March 24, 2020 If any of you are ever looking for books, abebooks is a great website, and you can compare prices from different stores around the world (including places like World of Books). I have bought dozens of books through abebooks. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted March 24, 2020 I have many speedway books stacked in the spare room. I haven't read most of them and doubt I ever will. All they are doing is gathering dust. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
martinmauger 584 Posted March 25, 2020 Back From the Brink by Michael Lee, Tragedy - Kenny Carter by Tony McDonald, Light In the Darkness by Alan Carter, Tears And Glory - The Winged Wheel Story (Reading) by Arnie Gibbons. It coud be said I do like a good read, especially speedway (no, really)..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waiheke1 4,295 Posted March 25, 2020 14 hours ago, gustix said: I have many speedway books stacked in the spare room. I haven't read most of them and doubt I ever will. All they are doing is gathering dust. Thats pretty bizarre. Hopefully you can help the OP out then 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waiheke1 4,295 Posted March 25, 2020 Highly recommend most of those mentioned by Martin Mauger. Til the can ran out - Chris Morton A hell of a life (kelly moran) - Brian Burford. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve roberts 9,246 Posted March 25, 2020 I enjoyed reading Johnnie Hoskins' "Walkabout". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arnieg 3,643 Posted March 25, 2020 6 hours ago, martinmauger said: Back From the Brink by Michael Lee, Tragedy - Kenny Carter by Tony McDonald, Light In the Darkness by Alan Carter, Tears And Glory - The Winged Wheel Story (Reading) by Arnie Gibbons. It coud be said I do like a good read, especially speedway (no, really)..... I think I can lay my hands on one of those! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites