Book Description

An Autobiography, Rod Laver with Larry Writer, Allen & Unwin, 2013, Signed First Edition, First Impression One of the greatest sportsmen of all time. A rare signed autobiography from Rod Laver described by Roger Federer as "The greatest champion our sport has known" when reflecting on his achievement of being the second (1962) and last man to win all four titles in one year (1969) and in so doing becoming the only man to have done so twice. The title page has been signed by Laver with a dedication. Illustrated throughout with photographs. The book comes with a postcard of Rod Laver from the Wimbledon Tennis Museum In fine (as new) condition, the binding is straight and tight, the boards clean and the lettering on the spine bright. The end papers and pages are free from marks and tears. The unclipped dust jacket, protected in a clear, removable cover is in fine condition with no issues. Rare to find a signed copy of this book, especially in such fine condition. Will be dispatched carefully wrapped in bubblewrap and a cardboard box.
Author Rod Laver
Date 2014
Binding Hardback
Publisher Allen & Unwin
Condition Book - Fine (as new) / Dust Jacket - Fine

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