Monday 22 December 2014

Our new graphic novel - Manchester United: Tales from History

We are delighted to announce the release of 'Manchester United - Tales from History - The Official Graphic Novel, Volume 1.   Philippe Glogowski has been working hand in hand with club historians to put together this graphic history of the World's best known football club. 

Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata is pictured here with the book.


About the book:

  • The first historical graphic novel published in official collaboration with the world’s best known football club
  • Explores Manchester United’s rich heritage through a contemporary art-form
  • Presents an accessible story arc to bind together tales from the Club’s history with an engaging central character – a young footballer learning from his family, coaches and friends
  • Beautifully hand drawn images that aim to inspire and educate: and balance the story of the club with the virtues of commitment, teamwork and the pursuit of excellence
  • Designed as the first in a series of three novels that touch on the most important events in the development of the Club
  • Created by a unique collaboration between Manchester United’s editorial team and the Belgian artist Philippe Glogowski
The illustrations in the book are a big hit with fans, here's a preview of some of them (click on each image for larger view): 



Manchester United - Tales from History
ISBN 9782930743127
Hardback    48 pages    320mm x 240mm   £14.95