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CLUB SHOP 22ND OCTOBER

Wed Oct 05, 2011 10:02 am

Phil Dwyer will be signing copies of his autobiography before the Barnsley game in the club shop from 12pm. :ayatollah: :ayatollah:

http://www.cardiffcityfc.co.uk/page/New ... 43,00.html

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Mr-Cardiff-City ... 1905769261

No one has given more to Cardiff City than Phil Dwyer. Born in Grangetown, in the heart of Cardiff, he went on to represent the club more times than anyone in its history. Noted for his never-say-die attitude it is little wonder that the Cardiff fans recently voted him their most popular player of all time. In this fascinating book Dwyer traces his career with the Bluebirds from schoolboy hopeful to club captain and stalwart. It is packed with detail on promotion pushes, relegation battles and European competition. There are also dozens of anecdotes and insights into Cardiff City legends like Jimmy Scoular, Jimmy Andrews, Richie Morgan, Len Ashurst, Don Murray, John Buchanan, Tony Evans and of course the enigmatic Robin Friday. Dwyer is a proud Welshman and nothing gave him more pleasure than the ten caps he won for Wales. Many of them were memorable, not least scoring the winner on his debut against Iran, in Tehran. There was also a brilliant headed goal against England, which to his delight he notched at Ninian Park. Dwyer treasures his relationship with the Cardiff fans, who he describes as the best in the world. They backed him from the start, appreciating that he gave his all every time he pulled on that famous blue jersey. It meant so much to him when the fans turned out in their droves for his testimonial match. The high regard in which he was held by everyone in Cardiff made it very difficult for him to come to terms with leaving the club after more than a decade and a half of devoted service. After he retired form the game Dwyer joined South Wales police, which was a sharp contrast to his life as a professional footballer. Sadly, his career in the force was cut short due to a conviction for drunk driving, an out-of-character episode that left him mortified. Without sparing himself he tells the full story of that unfortunate incident. This is a book that will delight everyone with an interest in Cardiff City and more broadly in Welsh football.

Re: CLUB SHOP 22ND OCTOBER

Wed Oct 05, 2011 10:22 am

it says in southampton programme that it is 15th october before ipswich game?

Re: CLUB SHOP 22ND OCTOBER

Wed Oct 05, 2011 10:37 am

marshyccfc wrote:it says in southampton programme that it is 15th october before ipswich game?


I believe that is for a book called "Derby Days". The signing for Phil Dwyer's autobiography is definitely 22nd October before the Barnsley game :ayatollah:

Re: CLUB SHOP 22ND OCTOBER

Wed Oct 05, 2011 10:46 am

How much is the book mate do you know ?

Re: CLUB SHOP 22ND OCTOBER

Wed Oct 05, 2011 11:04 am

Martyn1963 wrote:How much is the book mate do you know ?


I believe it is £16.99 in the shops but £14.44 on Amazon! I should also state that Phil will also be doing a book signing in WH Smiths and Waterstones in town but we are currently just finalising the dates!

Re: CLUB SHOP 22ND OCTOBER

Wed Oct 05, 2011 11:36 am

Joe was always one of my favourite players when my father first took me to watch the City.

I'm looking forward to reading his stories.

Re: CLUB SHOP 22ND OCTOBER

Wed Oct 05, 2011 11:44 am

So it's £16.99 in the CCS shop then ??

Re: CLUB SHOP 22ND OCTOBER

Wed Oct 05, 2011 12:40 pm

Yes Jimbo .I had to jump in regarding Derby Days .The book signing is October 15th at the club shop before the Ipswich game
Phil Dwyer ,Carl Dale Scott Young ,Alan Harrington ,Colin Baker ,Roger Gibbins ,Don Murray,Barrie Hole Will all be signing copies of the book
Derby Days looks at the Cardiff City v Swansea City fixture through the players ,and they tell us thier favourite derby game ,for whatever reason .and about thier careers ,Thirty players in total 15 Cardiff and 15 Swansea .Hope you enjoy it
also a signing at Waterstones Cardiff October 22nd

Re: CLUB SHOP 22ND OCTOBER

Wed Oct 05, 2011 2:21 pm

Neil1927 wrote:Yes Jimbo .I had to jump in regarding Derby Days .The book signing is October 15th at the club shop before the Ipswich game
Phil Dwyer ,Carl Dale Scott Young ,Alan Harrington ,Colin Baker ,Roger Gibbins ,Don Murray,Barrie Hole Will all be signing copies of the book
Derby Days looks at the Cardiff City v Swansea City fixture through the players ,and they tell us thier favourite derby game ,for whatever reason .and about thier careers ,Thirty players in total 15 Cardiff and 15 Swansea .Hope you enjoy it
also a signing at Waterstones Cardiff October 22nd


ha ha its my old man's birthday at the end of the month Neil so your book has come out just in time! :ayatollah: :ayatollah: I'll be there for your signing at the Ipswich game!

Re: CLUB SHOP 22ND OCTOBER

Wed Oct 05, 2011 2:22 pm

Martyn1963 wrote:So it's £16.99 in the CCS shop then ??


I havent had that confirmed Martyn but that is the recommended retail price so I assume it will be.

Re: CLUB SHOP 22ND OCTOBER

Wed Oct 05, 2011 3:29 pm

Good stuff, I'm coming down for that game , :ayatollah:

Re: CLUB SHOP 22ND OCTOBER

Wed Oct 05, 2011 4:06 pm

IS it also true Annis also got a table next to him, with his books on sale ? :ayatollah: :)

Re: CLUB SHOP 22ND OCTOBER

Wed Oct 05, 2011 5:53 pm

welshcitydragon wrote:IS it also true Annis also got a table next to him, with his books on sale ? :ayatollah: :)


Sadly that appears to just be a vicious rumour! Shame as Annis and Phil are good mates so would have added some extra spice to the event!

Re: CLUB SHOP 22ND OCTOBER

Wed Oct 05, 2011 7:17 pm

Jimbo27 wrote:Phil Dwyer will be signing copies of his autobiography before the Barnsley game in the club shop from 12pm. :ayatollah: :ayatollah:

http://www.cardiffcityfc.co.uk/page/New ... 43,00.html

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Mr-Cardiff-City ... 1905769261

No one has given more to Cardiff City than Phil Dwyer. Born in Grangetown, in the heart of Cardiff, he went on to represent the club more times than anyone in its history. Noted for his never-say-die attitude it is little wonder that the Cardiff fans recently voted him their most popular player of all time. In this fascinating book Dwyer traces his career with the Bluebirds from schoolboy hopeful to club captain and stalwart. It is packed with detail on promotion pushes, relegation battles and European competition. There are also dozens of anecdotes and insights into Cardiff City legends like Jimmy Scoular, Jimmy Andrews, Richie Morgan, Len Ashurst, Don Murray, John Buchanan, Tony Evans and of course the enigmatic Robin Friday. Dwyer is a proud Welshman and nothing gave him more pleasure than the ten caps he won for Wales. Many of them were memorable, not least scoring the winner on his debut against Iran, in Tehran. There was also a brilliant headed goal against England, which to his delight he notched at Ninian Park. Dwyer treasures his relationship with the Cardiff fans, who he describes as the best in the world. They backed him from the start, appreciating that he gave his all every time he pulled on that famous blue jersey. It meant so much to him when the fans turned out in their droves for his testimonial match. The high regard in which he was held by everyone in Cardiff made it very difficult for him to come to terms with leaving the club after more than a decade and a half of devoted service. After he retired form the game Dwyer joined South Wales police, which was a sharp contrast to his life as a professional footballer. Sadly, his career in the force was cut short due to a conviction for drunk driving, an out-of-character episode that left him mortified. Without sparing himself he tells the full story of that unfortunate incident. This is a book that will delight everyone with an interest in Cardiff City and more broadly in Welsh football.


Looking forward to it James!!