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Everyone but Phar Lap: Face to Face with the Best of Australian Sport by Peter Fitzsimons. Peter FitzSimons has been described as Australia's finest sports writer. His first collection of sports writing, Everyone but Phar Lap, was a national bestseller, and his columns in the Sydney Morning Herald are a must-read for all sports fans. Now he's done it again. Everyone and Phar Lap is another humorous, insightful and engaging collection of what FitzSimons calls 'sportraits', profiles of our sporting greats. As Australia primed itself for the first Olympic Games of the new millenium, FitzSimons turned his razor-sharp sights on a veritable who's who of sporting heroes from the last 150 years - and others who will seize our hearts and imaginations in the years to come; from Victor Trumper, Sir Donald Bradman, Roy Cazaly, Phar Lap and Mark Edmondson to John Bertrand, Duncan Armstrong, Ian Roberts, Zoe Goss, Shane Warne and Heather Turland.

Synopsis

Title: Everyone but Phar Lap: Face to Face with the Best of Australian Sport
Author/Publisher: Peter Fitzsimons, Harpercollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd
Publication Year: 1997
Format: 272-page Non Fiction Hardcover

Authored by the prolific Australian sports writer Peter Fitzsimons, "Everyone but Phar Lap" presents a comprehensive survey of the nation's most celebrated sporting heroes. This hardcover non-fiction work, published in 1997, invites readers to delve into the lives and legacies of an array of athletes who have left an indelible mark on Australian sporting history.

The distinctive title signals a focus on the human titans of Australian sport, offering a rich collection of profiles and stories that span various disciplines. It serves as an engaging historical document, capturing the essence of competitive excellence and the national pride associated with these iconic figures.

• A Who's Who of Australian Sport: This collection profiles numerous iconic Australian athletes, delving into their careers and contributions to the nation's sporting heritage, encompassing a broad spectrum of disciplines. It brings readers 'face to face' with the legends of the track, field, and arena.
• Historical Sporting Moments: Beyond individual profiles, the book explores pivotal events and eras in Australian sports history, offering readers a deeper understanding of the context in which these legends emerged and the challenges they overcame.
• Engaging Non-Fiction Narratives: Crafted by one of Australia's most recognised sports writers, the narratives provide factual yet captivating insights into the lives and achievements of these celebrated figures, intended for an adult audience seeking rich storytelling.

As a substantive work of non-fiction by Peter Fitzsimons, a respected voice in Australian sports journalism, this book offers an enduring appeal to anyone interested in the rich tapestry of Australia's sporting achievements and the personalities who defined them.

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