Christmas is coming and the books are being published. I have been told about three books about to be publicly launched; one from the Hearts side of Edinburgh and two from the Hibs side. It has been a long time since that score hit the media. You can get a chance to meet the authors and players who have agreed to come along for a drink and a chat.First up is ''Hands on Hearts'' by Alan Rae (with Paul Kiddie), who was the physio at Hearts for many years. The book is to be launched at Waterstone's on Princes Street next week. As Hearts physiotherapist, Alan Rae was a vital member of the Tynecastle backroom staff for more than two decades. He was one of the few constants during a tumultuous period in the club's history and his behind-the-scenes recollections will fascinate and entertain fans of the club. Former players Wayne Foster and Scott Crabbe have agreed to come along to chat to fans. See details of the events below:"Hands on Hearts: A Physio'sTale" by Alan Rae with Paul Kiddie http://www.luath.co.uk/hands-on-hearts Waterstone''s West End, Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 4AD6pm on Wednesday 2 NovemberEntry Price: £2 (redeemable against price of book)Next we have the first of the two Hibs books: "We Are Hibernian: The Fans’ Story" by Andy MacVannan http://www.luath.co.uk/books/new-books/we-are-hibernian-the-fans-story.html.
This book is the result of interviews with some fans – high profile & otherwise – on what it means to follow the Easter Road side. Friday 4 November, 7.30pm at The Hibs Supporters Association, 11 Sunnyside, Leith, EH7 5RA (just off Easter Road).Finally we have "Hibernian: From Joe Baker to Turnbull’s Tornadoes" by Tom Wright. http://www.luath.co.uk/books/coming-soon/hibernian-from-joe-baker-to-turnbull-s-tornadoes.html. As you would expect this book looks at the players who have worn the green and white strip between the late fifties to the seventies. Once again this book will be launched at The Hibs Supporters Association, 11 Sunnyside, Leith EH7 5RA on Thursday 10 November, 7.00pm.Source: FOOTYMAD
