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Publication Date:	5 March 2010
ISBN: ISBN 13:	1-904444-67-9 978-1-904444-67-1
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-- Reviews by the Famous and well Known

Fun for all the family, fans will read this book for hours.
Ray Lewis, Ex-Professional Referee & Current Chairman of the Referees' Committee

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A wonderful set of questions - perfect for any Saints fans. Have as much fun with this book as I did with the Saints.
Dave Beasant, Southampton Football Club (1993-1997)

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Questions to test the memory banks of young and old supporters alike. This quiz book is a must for all Saints fans!
Iain Dowie, Southampton Football Club (1991-1995)

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I really enjoyed 'The Saints Quiz Book'. It will test the memory of every Saints fan.
Graeme Souness, Southampton Football Club (Manager 1996-1997)

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A true test for all Saints fans, fun for all the family.
Paul Allen, Southampton Football Club (1993-1995)

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How much do you know about this great club? This excellent book will help you to discover the answer to that question and to many more.
David Prutton, Southampton Football Club (2003-2007)

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A great set of questions for any Saints fan to try and tackle - I was certainly caught out on a few, this book will be great for down the pub and amongst friends - a must for any Saints fan!
George Burley, Southampton Football Club (Manager 2005-2008)

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The MS Society is delighted that Apex Publishing Ltd has decided to donate £1 from every book to us. We thank you for buying a copy of the Southampton Quiz Book and helping to support the MS Society.
Peter Marsh, The MS Society (Community Fundraising and Events Team Administrator)

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This book will test the biggest Saints fans around.
Gordon Watson, Southampton Football Club (1994-1997)

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I was flattered when Adam Pearson approached me to write the foreword for this book it was a great pleasure to have the opportunity to relive some fantastic memories and to be able to look back over the club’s great tradition and history. A history in which I am proud to have been a part of.
This quiz book is the ultimate challenge for any Saints fan. I am thoroughly looking forward to further testing my own knowledge of my hometown club. I also hope to get a copy to be able to stump my family and friends. It is not just a run-of-the-mill quiz book, it’s layout is split into categories relating to specific players and eras and that therefore makes it a thoroughly enjoyable and testing selection of questions. It will also help to increase the reader’s knowledge of the club.
Test not only your own knowledge but also that of others who claim to know a thing or two about this fantastic club.
When I was a boy I was a Southampton supporter and an admirer of Liverpool. My first game as a spectator, was against West Bromwich Albion. The unbelievable atmosphere at the Dell overwhelmed me. I used to watch from the Archers Road terrace or under the West Stand on the terraces. I would gaze at the lush green carpet-like pitch and daydream of playing for the Saints. The same dream would occur when I used to walk past the Dell on the way to and from middle school. All those things inspired me to become a footballer.
I was fourteen when I signed for Saints. It was a huge honour for me when Lawrie McMenemy turned up on the doorstep to persuade my mum that Southampton was the right club for me to sign for. I of course didn’t require any persuading. It was a dream come true!
My debut for the first team was as a substitute against Derby County at the Dell. It was so amazingly different from playing in front of a handful of people. I had concentrated so hard to pick players out against the crowd, all in their replica shirts.
I learnt something from all of the managers I played under. Dave Merrington was a great influence on all of the youth players, including myself. Chris Nichol is close to my heart because he was the man who gave me my debut. The one I enjoyed working for the most was ironically the one I played the least for and that was Gordon Strachan. His drive, passion and enthusiasm for the game was an inspiration to the whole squad and the illustration of that was our appearance in the FA Cup Final of 2003.
Matt Le Tissier was obviously the best player I have ever played alongside. I have played alongside some great players and real characters, many of which are featured in this book.
I am very proud of the fact that my entire Southampton career was in the top flight of English football. I used to love pitting my wits against the country’s best strikers.
When we moved from the Dell it was a sad time but it had certainly run its course. The place had a unique atmosphere and it was a tremendous and unforgettable home but we needed to move to a new stadium to keep up with the needs of modern top level football. All the fans took away material souvenirs from the Dell, like seat and bits of turf but mine were all in my memories.
My first impression of St Mary’s Stadium was what a magnificent stadium it was. It was a very exciting time for everyone concerned with the club. When we kicked off there on that sunny August afternoon in 2001 and even in the short time it has been our home, many fond memories have been formed, along with some sad ones, of course.
Late in my career I had a short loan spell at Nottingham Forest. It was a huge decision for me at the time but it turned out to be a good experience and I learned a lot from my time there.
Southampton Football Club is special because of the people at the club, the fans, the players, and the city. It’s a wonderful, truly family club and the day I played my last game was a sad day because I would have played forever if I could. But now I can look back with tremendous pride at the things I achieved by playing for what, in my opinion is the best football club in the country. Players used to swap shirts after games but I always felt attached to my shirts so I have a treasured collection of shirts with my name own and number on.
Since my retirement from football, I try to keep in shape. I own a property company and I enjoy my work. It is something I have always been interested in but I am still a regular visitor to St Mary’s Stadium as a DJ on the Saint radio station and, of course in my continuing capacity as a fan, which is something that I always have been and always will be.
I have a lot of treasured memories in my time at Southampton. My debut, my goal, playing at Wembley in the ZDS final, my testimonial, pulling on a Saints shirt for the last time in the friendly against Bayern Munich and of course all the friends I have made over the years, among the players, staff and supporters.
My hopes for the future are for my family and myself to be happy and healthy and for the football club to be successful, to play entertaining football and to win trophies.
One pound from the sale of this book will go to the Multiple Sclerosis Society which is a charity close to the heart of Saints legend, Danny Wallace. He works hard to raise awareness for a condition he and many others suffer from. (Picture: Author Adam Pearson with Francis Benali)
Francis Benali, Southampton Football Club (1988-2004) - Written the Foreword

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I love quizzes and this book will give Saints fans hours of fun.
Jimmy Case, Southampton Football Club (1985-1991)

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Essential for all Southampton fans.
Claus Lundekvam, Southampton Football Club (1996-2008)

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A super set of questions for any Saints fan to try and tackle, I got stuck on a few...
Jim Magilton, Southampton Football Club (1994-1997)

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On behalf of my committee and members of the Southampton Multiple Sclerosis Society we would like the thank Adam Pearson (the author) and Apex Publishing Ltd (the publishers) for their generous donation of £1 from the sale of each copy of the quiz book that is sold. All kind donations will go towards improving the lives of people with Multiple Sclerosis in the Southampton and district area. This will be in the form of paying for home help, rest bight, changes to property and any special equipment that is needed, i.e. walking aids, scooters, wheelchairs hoists and lifting equipment. The list is endless but without the help from people who donate like yourselves the task would be harder. Thanks for your help!
Louis Slack, The MS Society: Southampton (Chairperson)

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I am sure all Saints fans will find this book very testing and it will also help to revive one or two memories I am sure.
Frank Dudley, Southampton Football Club (1951-1953)

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-- Newspaper and Website Reviews

SOUTHAMPTON FC QUIZ BOOK
£8.99
Southampton Football Club Official Merchandise Catalogue - 2006/2007

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Daily Echo featured the book and run a competition where 10 copies were given away.
The Daily Echo

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Compiled by Saints fan Adam Pearson it has 1,200 questions to test how much you really know about your favourite club. It is broken up into sections by years or individual players and guarantees hours of enjoyment, education and even arguments.
With a foreword by Francis Benali, it is published by Apex and costs just £8.99 with £1 from every sale going to the MS Society charity supported by former Saints star Danny Wallace. It is available from the Saints Megastore or from all good bookshops and makes the perfect Christmas present.
SAINTS - Southampton Football Club Official Matchday Programme

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THE OFFICIAL SOUTHAMPTON QUIZ BOOK
The Self Publishing Magazine

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THE OFFICIAL SOUTHAMPTON QUIZ BOOK
David Powter, Winger Magazine

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Adam Pearson compiled the 1,200 questions in THE OFFICIAL SOUTHAMPTON QUIZ BOOK, including the following on Ron Davies: where was he born? Which was his first League club? Which club did he join after Portsmouth? Which was his last club in 1975? How many Welsh caps did he win as a Saints player, 23, 33 or 43? 120 pages, £8.99, from Apex Publishing Ltd, ISBN 1-904444-67-9.
Programme Monthly & Football Collectable

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THE OFFICIAL SOUTHAMPTON QUIZ BOOK
ADAM PEARSON (APEX PUBLISHING, £8.99)
Around 1,200 saintly and evil questions on the history of the St. Mary's side, dating back to their days at The Dell. Covers everything, including players, managers, opponents, scores, transfers, cups, league positions and more. But no answers to the current turmoil at the club.
Shoot Magazine

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THE OFFICIAL SOUTHAMPTON QUIZ BOOK
Programme Monthly & Football Collectable

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THE OFFICIAL SOUTHAMPTON QUIZ BOOK
The Daily Echo

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THE OFFICIAL SOUTHAMPTON QUIZ BOOK
Pick Me Up Magazine

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THE OFFICIAL SOUTHAMPTON QUIZ BOOK
Full House Magazine

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-- Radio and TV

23 March 2010 - Adam Pearson was interviewed on BBC Radio Solent 96.1 FM. Adam answered questions about his book 'The Official Southampton Quiz Book'.
BBC Radio Solent 96.1 FM

As a regular compiler of Saints based quizzes I will find this book invaluable and it is great fun too!
Robin Caddy, 'The Saint, 107.8 FM' Radio Station (Presenter - Drive Time)

The Saint 107.8 FM Radio ran a competition where they gave 5 copies of the book away.
The Saint 107.8 FM Radio

If you thought you knew everything about the Saints, think again. This book is a factfest for all true Saints fans.
Tim Manns, 'The Saint, 107.8 FM' Radio Station (Director)

Adam Pearson was interviewed on 'Win FM 107.2 Radio Station' on 'The Ben Shoveller Show'. They also ran a competition where they gave 2 copies of the book away.
Win 107.2 FM Radio

-- Readers Comments

Would I recommend it to a Saints fan? Definitely!
Audrey Manchester
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A fantastic book!
Vera Gerrity
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-- Book Signings and Events

Adam Pearson signed copies of his book 'The Official Southampton Quiz Book' at WH Smith, Above Bar Street, Southampton.
WH Smith, Above Bar Street, Southampton

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Adam Pearson signed copies of 'The Official Southampton Quiz Book' at Waterstone's, Southampton.
Waterstone's, Southampton

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Adam Pearson with his book at the Saints Megastore, Southampton Football Club.
Southampton Football Club, St. Mary's Stadium

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Adam Pearson with his book at Waterstone's, Southampton.
Waterstone's, Southampton

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'The Official Southampton Quiz Book' on sale at Waterstone's, Southampton.
Waterstone's, Southampton

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'The Official Southampton Quiz Book' on sale at Waterstone's, Southampton.
Waterstone's, Southampton

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'The Official Southampton Quiz Book' on sale at Ottakars Bookshop, Newport, Isle of Wight.
Ottakars, Newport, Isle of Wight

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-- Libraries that stock this book
The Bodleian Library, Oxford
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The Library of Trinity College, Dublin
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The National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
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The National Library of Wales, Aberystwyth
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The University Library, Cambridge
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Winchester Library, Southampton
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Hythe Library, Southampton
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Totton Library, Southampton
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Hedge End Library, Southampton
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Chandlers Ford Library, Southampton
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Romsey Library, Southampton
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Basingstoke Library, Basingstoke
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Lockswood Library, Southampton
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Thornhill Library, Southampton
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West End Library, Southampton
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Shirley Library, Southampton
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Netley Library, Southampton
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Local Studies and Maritime Library, Southampton
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The British Library, Boston Spa
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