This Sporting Life

The book is in fair condition with visible signs of wear, including creased corners and yellowed pages typical of its age. The spine shows some wear but is intact, with no loose pages. There is no dust jacket, and the cover has minor scuffing. Overall, the book is well-preserved for a paperback from 1961.

"This Sporting Life" by David Storey, published by Popular Library in New York in 1961, is a significant work in sports fiction. This Popular Library Edition, released in October 1961, follows the initial publication by The Macmillan Company in 1960. David Storey, a renowned author, captures the gritty world of rugby, exploring the life and challenges of a young sportsman. The book's adaptation into a major film underscores its cultural impact. This edition is a paperback format, notable for its vintage appeal and as a piece of literary history. The book, a winner of the Macmillan Fiction Award, remains a key work for collectors of sports and British fiction. The condition reflects typical wear for its age, with some creasing and yellowing of pages, but the binding remains intact.