{"product_id":"wimbledon-days-an-ordinary-life-in-an-extraordinary-place-9781914933837","title":"Wimbledon Days: An Ordinary Life in an Extraordinary Place","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eRichard Jones is tennis' Ephemera Man, and the Tennis Gallery's collection of images and papers is unrivaled in the tennis world. This book covers the history of Wimbledon from the early 1950s to the present, including the psychedelic 1960s, the 70s and 80s, and the arrival of Federer, Nadal, and other big stars of the 21st century. It also includes stories about Pelham Road School, Fulham FC, Carole King, the Hillman Imp, Joni Mitchell, Arthur Ashe, Rod Laver, and Ken Rosewall, as well as the 28 Davis Cup ties between 1997 and 2022. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 264 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 20 June 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: i2i Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRichard Jones, affectionately known as the \"Ephemera Man\" in the world of tennis, has assembled an unparalleled collection of images and papers at the Tennis Gallery. This remarkable new book showcases some of the finest photographs, including the iconic Anna Kournikova Tennis Week poster and the captivating Pete Sampras Superman cover of ACE magazine. Richard's dedication to Wimbledon is truly remarkable, as he has attended the tournament every single day for the past 55 years, with an uninterrupted streak from 1972 to 1990.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book takes readers on a nostalgic journey through the history of Wimbledon, from the early 1950s when food rationing was still in effect, to the vibrant 1960s when Dusty Springfield and The Beatles provided the soundtrack to life. It explores the 70s and 80s, when tennis and popular culture converged, leading to the emergence of iconic players like Federer, Nadal, and the other stars of the 21st century. Throughout the book, Richard shares personal anecdotes and encounters, including his encounters with Max Robertson and Mrs. Ancic at Wimbledon. He doesn't shy away from self-deprecation, recounting his own largely unsuccessful ventures into the tennis world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to his tennis exploits, Richard delves into the rich history of the Tennis Gallery, which has hosted 28 Davis Cup ties between 1997 and 2022. He also highlights the campaign led by Tennis Threads magazine to save the event from becoming just another tournament. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves life and loves tennis, offering a glimpse into the world of one of the sport's most iconic figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 210 x 148 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781914933837\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Richard Jones","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44311956979962,"sku":"9781914933837","price":12.82,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/noImage_1_ec8def7d-fbdf-4cb5-9a3d-156ad69bc4d6.jpg?v=1688291831","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/wimbledon-days-an-ordinary-life-in-an-extraordinary-place-9781914933837","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}