Lost in France: The Remarkable Life and Death of Leigh Roose, Football's First Superstar

By Spencer Vignes Des Lynam

Discover the untold story of Leigh Roose, football's first superstar and a war hero lost to history.Lost in France unveils the remarkable life and tragic death of the Welsh goalkeeper, a sporting icon whose groundbreaking style revolutionized the game. From Edwardian Britain's stadiums to the harrowing trenches of World War I, Roose's journey is one of fame, courage, and ultimate sacrifice.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1785311603
• ISBN13: 9781785311604
• Release Date: July 2016
• Publisher: Pitch Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.0" x 7.7"