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Illustrated Book of the Year

2023 WINNER

Heart of Midlothian, 51 Shirts

Grant Young

Heart of Midlothian are a football club steeped in history, famous for their iconic maroon and white colours. Author Grant Young takes us on a journey from the late 1950s to the Championship-winning season of 2020/21, experienced through 51 match shirts, each brought to life with a compelling story and stunning photographs.

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