A Yorkshire Tragedy offers a warning from history

When I read a review of Anthony Clavane’s new book last weekend, the sketchy outline convinced me immediately it had to be read.

A Yorkshire Tragedy offers a warning from history
Mon, 02 Jan, 2017 - 00:00
Michael Moynihan
Michael Moynihan
Michael Moynihan is an associate editor and columnist with the Irish Examiner. He is also a best-selling author and documentary maker.

A Yorkshire Tragedy: The Rise and Fall of a Sporting Powerhouse is about sport, as you might deduce from the title.

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