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Signed First Edition, autobiography of the Indian Hockey wizard, Dhyan Chand (1905-1979).
Captain Dhyan Chand, Goal, Madras: Sport & Pastime, 1952. Exceptionally rare, Signed and inscribed first edition of the autobiography of hockey legend Dhyan Chand, known as “The Wizard” or “The Magician” of hockey.
xii + [2] + 136 pages including 33 black and white plates + 8 advertisement pages at the end; original pictorial hardbound, 21.2 x 13.5 x 1.7 cm
Dhyan Chand played a pivotal role in winning India’s Olympic gold medals in field hockey in 1928 (Amsterdam), 1932 (Los Angeles), and 1936 (Berlin). Dhyan Chand’s influence extended beyond these victories, as India won the field hockey event in seven out of eight Olympics from 1928 to 1964.
His exceptional skills and ability to control the ball and score goals earned him international fame. The book is a historical document that captures the golden era of Indian hockey, offering insight into the discipline, hard work, and passion required to excel in sports. The book concludes with Chand’s reflections on the state of hockey during his time, his hopes for the future of the sport in India, and his thoughts on sportsmanship and dedication. Chand’s story serves as an inspiration for athletes and sports enthusiasts and remains a seminal work in Indian sports literature.
His birthday, 29 August, is celebrated as National Sports Day in India every year. India’s highest sporting honor, Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award is named after Dhyan Chand.
Bibliographic Details
Title: Goal!
Publisher: Madras: Sport & Pastime
Publication Date: 1952
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good
Edition: First, Signed
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