The Footy Almanac celebrates the publication of ‘SA Footy Stars of the Past’ by Bernard Whimpress, which features ninety-two player profiles from his time as the editor at the South Australian Football Budget.
Almanac Book Review: ‘The Footy Jumper Book’ by Tim Rath and Andrew Gigacz
May 11, 2023 by 4 Comments
Smokie has poured over a recently released book by Gigs and Tim Rath that documents the history and colour of that most universal of footy accessories, the jumper.
Almanac Books: ‘The One That Got Away: Travelling in the Time of Covid’ by Ken Haley
November 1, 2021 by 1 Comment
Walkley-winning journalist and author Ken Haley has been involved with the Almanac for a long time. His new book ‘The One That Got Away: Travelling in the Time of Covid’ is released today (Nov 1).
Book Extract: The Last Hurrah by Adam Woolcock
June 9, 2021 by 1 Comment
This is an extract from Adam Woolcock’s book ‘The Last Hurrah”. It relives the thrilling last minutes of the 1964 VFL Grand Final, including Neil Crompton’s famous goal.
Almanac Books: The Last Hurrah by Adam Woolcock
June 4, 2021 by 1 Comment
Dees fans, a new book on Melbourne’s last premiership, and its tumultuous aftermath, is coming out. Author Adam Woolcock (of Demonwiki.org fame) looks at the period that gave birth to ‘the curse of Norm Smith’.
Book Launch: ‘The Trials of Jack Broadstock’ by Michael Sexton (May 25)
May 18, 2021 by 8 Comments
Michael Sexton’s biography of Jack Broadstock will be launched on May 25 in Adelaide. Details about the event and the book are included in this post.
Almanac Books: ‘Merger’ book launch
May 5, 2021 by Leave a Comment
William Westerman’s book, ‘Merger’, will be launched at the North Fitzroy Arms Hotel on June 2nd. Details here.
Almanac Book Review: ‘Adelaide Sporting Sites’ by Bernard Whimpress, Santo Caruso and individual contributors
June 14, 2018 by 15 Comments
Bernard Whimpress, Santo Caruso and a band of contributors have compiled a history of Adelaide sporting sites. Peter Crossing reviews a book he finds rich in detail and historical knowledge.
Father’s Day Special
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Father’s Day Special.
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