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Discover the inspiring journey depicted in 'World in Their Hands,' a remarkable book chronicling the inaugural Women’s Rugby World Cup held in 1991. This compelling narrative dives deep into the challenges faced by a group of friends from south-west London as they navigated ingrained misogyny and numerous obstacles to create a groundbreaking event that celebrated women's rugby. As they overcame societal barriers and personal struggles, these influential women forged a path for future generations, creating a revered legacy in the world of sports.
Spanning over thirteen years of determination since the first match contested by University College London and King’s, this captivating account not only tells the story of women's rugby but also illustrates a cultural shift in the perception of women in sports. From motherhood to geopolitical events like the Gulf War, the writers artfully frame how external struggles intertwined with their quest for acceptance and success on and off the pitch.
A must-read for rugby enthusiasts and feminists alike, 'World in Their Hands' exemplifies resilience and triumph against the odds while serving as an important reminder of female achievement in sports history. Whether you're a fan of rugby, seeking inspiration, or simply love a well-told story, this book offers something for everyone. Order now and dive into a transformative tale of courage and determination!
**Note**: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781913538934
Year: 2022
Publisher: Birlinn
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781913538934
Year: 2022
Publisher: Birlinn
Description:
World in their Hands recounts the remarkable events that led to a group of friends from south-west London staging the inaugural Women’s Rugby World Cup in 1991. The tournament was held just 13 years after teams from University College London and King’s contested a match that catalysed the growth of the women’s game in the UK, and the organisers overcame myriad obstacles before, during and after the World Cup. Those challenges, which included ingrained misogyny, motherhood, a recession, the Gulf War and the collapse of the Soviet Union, provide a fitting framing device for a book that celebrates female achievement in the face of adversity.
Although ostensibly a story about women’s rugby, this is a tale that has rare crossover appeal. It is not only the account of a group of inspirational women who took on the institutional misogyny that existed in rugby clubs across the globe to put on a first ever Women’s Rugby World Cup. It is also the compelling and relatable tale of how those women, their peers and others in the generations before them, reshaped the idea of what it means to be a woman, finding acceptance and friendship on boggy rugby pitches. At the time, with the men’s game tying itself up in knots about professionalism and apartheid, these women were a breath of fresh air. Three decades on, their achievements deserve to be highlighted to a wider audience.
Spanning over thirteen years of determination since the first match contested by University College London and King’s, this captivating account not only tells the story of women's rugby but also illustrates a cultural shift in the perception of women in sports. From motherhood to geopolitical events like the Gulf War, the writers artfully frame how external struggles intertwined with their quest for acceptance and success on and off the pitch.
A must-read for rugby enthusiasts and feminists alike, 'World in Their Hands' exemplifies resilience and triumph against the odds while serving as an important reminder of female achievement in sports history. Whether you're a fan of rugby, seeking inspiration, or simply love a well-told story, this book offers something for everyone. Order now and dive into a transformative tale of courage and determination!
**Note**: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781913538934
Year: 2022
Publisher: Birlinn
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781913538934
Year: 2022
Publisher: Birlinn
Description:
World in their Hands recounts the remarkable events that led to a group of friends from south-west London staging the inaugural Women’s Rugby World Cup in 1991. The tournament was held just 13 years after teams from University College London and King’s contested a match that catalysed the growth of the women’s game in the UK, and the organisers overcame myriad obstacles before, during and after the World Cup. Those challenges, which included ingrained misogyny, motherhood, a recession, the Gulf War and the collapse of the Soviet Union, provide a fitting framing device for a book that celebrates female achievement in the face of adversity.
Although ostensibly a story about women’s rugby, this is a tale that has rare crossover appeal. It is not only the account of a group of inspirational women who took on the institutional misogyny that existed in rugby clubs across the globe to put on a first ever Women’s Rugby World Cup. It is also the compelling and relatable tale of how those women, their peers and others in the generations before them, reshaped the idea of what it means to be a woman, finding acceptance and friendship on boggy rugby pitches. At the time, with the men’s game tying itself up in knots about professionalism and apartheid, these women were a breath of fresh air. Three decades on, their achievements deserve to be highlighted to a wider audience.