Simon Barclay Books

Offering a comprehensive look at the Eurovision Song Contest, this 2019 edition features extensive statistics and analysis from every Contest since 1956. With over 348 pages, it includes details on national qualification competitions for 2019, an in-depth examination of voting history by country, and insights into trends like jury versus public voting and bloc voting. Additionally, the book provides valuable information on performance order strategies, making it an essential resource for fans and analysts alike.

Featuring extensive statistical details from every Eurovision Song Contest since 1956, this comprehensive guide offers new analyses and insights for 2018. With over 337 pages, it includes an overview of national qualification competitions, a thorough examination of voting histories for each country, and a wealth of facts about the current contest. Readers will find discussions on trends such as jury versus public voting, bloc voting, and strategic performance order, making it an essential resource for Eurovision enthusiasts.

The book provides a thorough account of the 17th IAAF World Athletics Championships held in Doha, Qatar, featuring over 1700 athletes competing in 49 events. It includes complete results from all heats and finals, records from previous championships, and gold medal benchmarks. Additionally, a comprehensive athlete index offers insights into each participant's history and appearances in the Championships, making it an essential resource for athletics enthusiasts and historians alike.

The book provides a complete record of the 16th IAAF World Athletics Championships held in London in August 2017, featuring results from all heats and finals across 48 events. It includes historical data on previous World Championship records and gold medal achievements, along with an extensive athlete index that details the participation history of over 2000 athletes from 204 countries. This comprehensive resource is essential for fans and researchers interested in the performances and outcomes of this major athletic event.

Comprehensive in scope, this book provides a thorough record of Wimbledon Men's and Ladies' Singles Championships from the open era starting in 1968. The 2015 edition features detailed profiles of all 256 participants, including their rankings and five-year performance history. It also encompasses results from the Roehampton qualifying competition. A robust statistics section offers point-by-point finals records, along with match and set statistics, making it an essential reference for Wimbledon enthusiasts.

The book provides a comprehensive overview of the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations, highlighting Cameroon's victory over Egypt in the final. It includes detailed summaries of previous tournaments and an in-depth look at the qualification process for 2017, followed by a thorough analysis of the Finals tournament. With 172 pages of statistics, it features head-to-head records, possession stats, goal attempts, and player contributions such as scorers and assists, making it an essential resource for football enthusiasts.

Offering a comprehensive reference for cricket enthusiasts, this guide details the 12th Indian Premier League of 2019 with ball-by-ball coverage. Readers can explore complete scorecards, analyze scoring rates, and track run chases from each match. The book features match summaries, graphs illustrating over rates, and a dedicated statistics section highlighting the best batting and bowling performances of the tournament, making it an invaluable resource for fans and analysts alike.

This comprehensive guide serves as an exhaustive reference for the 11th Indian Premier League, detailing every ball bowled in all 60 matches. It features full scorecards, in-depth summaries, and statistical analyses, including run rates and dot ball metrics. The book also provides extensive batting, bowling, and fielding statistics, along with team profiles. Enhanced ball-by-ball coverage includes essential data on runs required and balls remaining, allowing readers to fully engage with the excitement of each match's climax.

Focusing on the 2015 Rugby World Cup, this comprehensive 395-page book chronicles New Zealand's victory over Australia in the final. It covers every match from the pool and knockout phases, alongside detailed information on qualifying competitions and team rosters. Additionally, readers will find a rich section dedicated to records and statistics, both for the recent tournament and throughout World Cup history, as well as match details for every game since 1987, making it an essential resource for rugby enthusiasts.

The narrative captures Spain's remarkable journey to victory in the 2012 UEFA European Championship, culminating in a stunning win against Italy in the final held in Kiev, Ukraine. Beginning in 2010, the story highlights the thrilling moments and pivotal matches that defined the tournament, showcasing Spain's dominance in European football during this period.