Moments of Glory: The Story of Football in Reading

A comprehensive celebration of Reading's rich football heritage. "Moments of Glory: The Story of Football in Reading" chronicles the complete history of the beautiful game in this Thames Valley town, from street football and local heroes through to the post-war years, capturing the passion, triumphs, and heartbreaks that have defined generations of Royals supporters.

This substantial volume combines historical photographs, match reports, personal recollections, and detailed research to create a complete picture of Reading's football journey from its grassroots origins through the birth of the Blues and Whites. With an introduction by Reading legend Neil Webb and contributions from numerous local football enthusiasts, this book brings together the voices and memories that shaped the club.

What's inside:

• Street and school football - where it all began
• The grassroots of local football and notable local sides
• Local heroes - internationals and player personalities
• The Biscuitmen - the birth of the Blues and Whites
• The Royals - the post-war years at Elm Park
• Through sun and rain - supporters' stories
• Fans and fanzines - loyal Royals culture
• Crossing the barriers - women in football
• On the sidelines - workers behind the scenes
• Throw-ins and offsides - anecdotes, stories and memories
• Subscribers' Hall of Fame

Perfect for:

• Reading FC supporters seeking to understand their club's complete history
• Local history enthusiasts interested in Reading's sporting heritage
• Football historians and researchers
• Collectors of club histories and regional football books
• Anyone with memories of following the Royals through the decades

Details:

Title: Moments of Glory: The Story of Football in Reading
Format: Paperback
Condition: Pre-owned, light damage to some pages. 

A personal connection:

The vintage photograph on the cover features Len Grant, a locally born full-back who joined Reading from Reading United in 1921. Grant made his debut for the club at Plymouth Argyle in October 1921 in Division 3 (South) and was part of an important period in the club's early history. He also played in one of the first international schoolboys tournaments in the UK, making him part of both Reading's heritage and the broader development of English schoolboy football.

Essential reading for any Reading FC supporter - a fitting tribute to the club's history and the loyal fans who've followed the Royals through thick and thin.