Details Condition: Brand New Format: Paperback ISBN: 9781786061171 Publisher: John Blake Publishing Overview Jamie Vardy: The Boy From Nowhere by Frank Worrall is the remarkable true story of one of football's greatest underdogs. Charting his journey from non-league obscurity to Premier League title glory with Leicester City, this brand-new paperback biography is essential reading for football fans, aspiring players, and anyone who loves a genuine against-the-odds sporting story. Worrall's meticulous, fast-paced storytelling brings Vardy's transformation from factory worker to England international vividly to life, making this a standout addition to any sports biography collection. About the Book On 2nd May 2016, 5000-1 outsiders Leicester City were confirmed as Premier League champions, one of the greatest shocks in sporting history, and Jamie Vardy was at the heart of it. This book traces his extraordinary rise from a teenager released by Sheffield Wednesday to a non-league striker earning just £30 a game for Stocksbridge Park Steels while working an exhausting factory job that nearly broke his back. Frank Worrall, an experienced football journalist and biographer, charts every twist of Vardy's journey: a low point that saw him wearing an electronic curfew tag after an incident outside a pub, the record-breaking non-league transfer fee that took him to Leicester, and the sensational scoring streak that smashed Premier League records and helped fire Leicester to an impossible title. Told with honesty and pace, the book doesn't shy away from the setbacks and hard truths of Vardy's story, but ultimately delivers an uplifting account of self-belief, resilience, and relentless hard work paying off on the biggest stage in English football. It's a story that resonates far beyond football, offering genuine inspiration to anyone who has ever been written off or told their dream was impossible. Fans of Leicester City, followers of the Premier League, and readers who enjoy sports biographies charting real-life triumph against the odds will find this an absorbing, page-turning read from cover to cover. Gripping, meticulously researched true story of Jamie Vardy's rise to fame Written by respected football journalist and biographer Frank Worrall Covers Leicester City's historic 5000-1 Premier League title win Honest portrayal of setbacks, resilience, and self-belief Brand-new paperback format, ideal for gifting or personal reading A genuine underdog story that inspires beyond football About the Author Frank Worrall is a highly experienced football journalist and best-selling sports biographer, known for his engaging, well-researched accounts of the game's biggest names. He has written numerous acclaimed biographies covering footballers and sporting figures, drawing on years of journalistic experience to deliver authoritative, readable narratives. Worrall's writing combines detailed factual research with a compelling storytelling style, making complex careers and personal journeys accessible and engaging for a wide readership of sports fans. Why You'll Love This Biography Perfect for football fans and underdog-story lovers alike, this paperback captures the grit, setbacks, and ultimate triumph behind Jamie Vardy's astonishing rise, an inspiring, honest read that's hard to put down. Please Note: Book cover, ISBN and edition may vary slightly from the image shown; this listing is for the UK edition.