In MacCallum's masterful tribute to Rangers' golden era, he paints a vivid portrait of an extraordinary achievement that somehow slipped into the shadows of Scottish football history. The author's meticulous research brings to life the remarkable feat of securing two Trebles within three seasons, a testament to the tactical brilliance of manager Jock Wallace. Through carefully crafted prose, MacCallum illuminates how half of these legendary players had already etched their names in history by securing Rangers' sole European trophy in 1972. The author's intimate knowledge of the club shines through as he details how merely three strategic changes transformed the 1976 Treble-winning side into an even more formidable force by 1978. What MacCallum captures brilliantly is the sheer magnitude of talent in that iconic lineup. His detailed analysis of players like McCloy between the sticks, the defensive prowess of Jardine and Greig, and the attacking flair of Cooper presents a comprehensive picture of a truly exceptional squad. The author's passionate narrative style helps readers understand why seven of these players were rightfully inducted into the Rangers' Hall of Fame. Most impressively, MacCallum's work serves as a crucial historical document, preserving the legacy of a team whose achievements deserve far greater recognition. His inclusion of Sandy Jardine's foreword adds authenticity and gravitas to this chronicle of the Rangers' glory days, while his attention to statistical detail—noting six players with over 500 appearances—underlines the remarkable loyalty and consistency of this extraordinary group of footballers.
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Publisher: Breedon Books Publishing Co Ltd
Published: September 1, 2006
Price: £7.50
Hardcover: 192 pages
ISBN-10: 1859835112
ISBN-13: 978-1859835111
Dimensions: 156 x 233(mm)
Lavishly illustrated
Postage Weight: 650g
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