The Rugby History of The British & Irish Lions

FOLLOW the story of the British & Irish Lions from 1971 onwards, told through original newspaper reports as they were published at the time. From the 1974 tour of South Africa against the backdrop of apartheid, to the memorable series win against World champions South Africa in 1997, and the successful tour of Australia in 2013. Choose from a range of book covers and personalise your book with a name and message to create a lasting keepsake. A piece of Lions history to gift, share, and relive.

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About this book

STEP into the story of the British & Irish Lions with a book of authentic newspaper articles, curated by Historic Newspapers. This edition documents key milestones in the team’s history — exactly as they were reported at the time. Relive pivotal Lions moments, including:

– The 1974 tour of South Africa against the backdrop of apartheid
– The memorable series win against World champions South Africa in 1997
– The successful tour of Australia in 2013

Choose from a range of book covers and personalise your copy with a name and message to create a unique keepsake. Whether for a fan, a history enthusiast, or someone who remembers it all first-hand — you hold not just a gift, but a piece of Lions history ready to be passed on.

 Archivist insight: We reproduce these newspaper articles from scan archives. In some cases, therell be blemishes and the reproduction quality might not be as clear or precise as it was in the original paper.

Size & Quality

Origin: printed in the UK

Cover: Hardback

Size: Tabloid (29.8cm x 36.4cm)

Pages: 150

Paper source: our books use responsibly sourced paper from FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified paper manufacturers.

How is this book personalised?

Name: first name up to 13 characters, and an optional surname up to 13 characters, printed on the cover.
Gift Box: optional (see image for an example of our gift boxes)
Personal message: use the prewritten dedication, or write one for us to print, which will appear on the first page.