My books
Paperback 432 Pages / Published: 08/06/2017
Alun Gibbard’s achievement in this new biography of Carwyn James is a considerable one: revelatory in its fresh information and sensitive in its interpretation, so that now, at last, we can see Carwyn whole…’ Prof. Dai Smith
'A thorough and intelligent biography full of sympathy and literature...' Owen Martell, O’r Pedwar Gwynt 'This is a Grand Slam of a biography, breaking new ground in the field of sports literature. One of the books of the year...' Prof. Gareth Williams Superb. Congratulations! Huw Edwards. BBC |
Paperback 176 Pages / Published: 03/04/2019
Gwynoro Jones had the invaluable assistance of journalist Alun Gibbard as he set about to organise his archive and to tell his story. Alun set about to research the newspapers of the period thoroughly. They were the most important historical source for that era. He collected the relevant material in order to form this study.
T Graham Jones. A review on www.gwales.com, by permission of the Welsh Books Council. |
Paperback 160 Pages / Published: 12/12/2018
Capturing the natural repartee that exists between Derek Bevan and Nigel Owens was a masterstroke dreamed up by author Alun Gibbard. ...This is a book that is the result of an imaginative concept and transcends the world of rugby. Its appeal is universal, and I will be returning to it time and time again.
Lyn Ebenezer. |
Paperback 176 Pages / Published: 01/10/2013
‘...an excellent portrayal of Machynlleth & the Dyfi Valley and the events which unfolded from last October. (2012) You have managed to strike the absolutely essential balance of being sensitive whilst still telling the dreadful story in stark realism… Gareth Jones,former Mayor of Machynlleth.
A very moving story written with sincere & heartfelt feelings for Aprils' family & the beautiful little girl. Once I started reading it I couldn't put it down. Good Reads |
Paperback 144 Pages / Published: 17/11/2010
ll in all there is so much in this book, and so many further fruitful avenues to explore, that anyone with a love of Welsh history would be foolish to deny themselves the pleasure of reading it.
There can be no hesitation in giving the book a five star rating and recommending it as the perfect Christmas gift for anyone with a taste for lovable (and not so lovable ) Welsh rogues. Ceri Shaw AmeriCymru |
Paperback 176 Pages / Published: 29/10/2012
In bringing this historical game of rugby to life, Alun Gibbard has given us a full sense of its context – the town, the industry and the lives and emotions of the players who proudly wore scarlet on that famous day. There’s a real sense of triumph here but also a poignancy as the game of rugby is related to a distinct set of values and loyalties. Prof Peter Stead
‘This is a book which should be treasured by all rugby supporters in Wales and beyond.’ Amazon |
