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- ISBN 9781845027834
- Weight: 372g
- Dimensions: 157 x 247mm
- Publication Date: 14 Oct 2014
- Publisher: Bonnier Books Ltd
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Paperback
- Language: English
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Jim Baxter - the legendary 'Slim Jim' - was arguably Scotland's greatest-ever footballer, a left-footed genius who became a Rangers icon and helped Scotland humiliate world champions England at Wembley in 1967 - with some famous keepie-uppie along the way. And although much has been written about Slim Jim over the years, the real story behind his life is now revealed for the first time. When Jim Baxter joined Rangers in 1960 for a record fee of £17,500, he quickly proved his worth, helping the team to ten trophies over the next five years. It was the start of a glittering career and a hard-drinking, hard-living lifestyle in the big city, where he fully enjoyed the fruits of his success. But behind the glamour on and off the park, Jim Baxter hid a secret that would torment him for most of his life, a secret he only discovered the full truth about when he was fifty years old. What is beyond doubt is that Slim Jim Baxter will forever be revered for his unbelievable footballing talent. He will also be remembered for his ability to live life to the full and beyond. But had he uncovered the truth earlier about the family secret that left him shattered, the life of this footballing genius might have been very different both on and off the pitch.
A vastly experienced broadcaster, Tom Miller has covered Scottish football for TV, radio and print for more than 30 years. The voice of Rangers on the official club television channel, Tom can also often be heard on local and national radio. Tom is the author of Slim Jim: Simply the Best, the biography of Scottish footballing icon Jim Baxter, and SANDY: The Authorised Biography of Sandy Jardine, another Rangers legend. Tom also charted `The Greatest day in Rangers History` per his book BARCELONA. Tom presents The 5 Stars podcast with Rangers legends Ian Durrant and Barry Ferguson.
