Peter Crouch books

Peter Crouch is a former England international footballer turned author, known for his humorous non-fiction books about life in professional football.

Non-Fiction

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Walking Tall: My Story 2007 Buy
How to Be a Footballer 2018 Buy
I, Robot: How to Be a Footballer 2 2019 Buy
How to Be an Ex-Footballer 2023 Buy

Peter Crouch is a former professional footballer who played for clubs including Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur, and Stoke City, as well as earning 42 caps for England. Since retiring from football, he has become known for his entertaining writing and broadcasting work. His first book, Walking Tall: My Story (2007), was a more traditional autobiography covering his career up to that point.

His later books took a different approach. How to Be a Footballer (2018) and its sequel I, Robot (2019) are packed with funny behind-the-scenes stories about the sport, covering everything from superstitions and initiation rituals to the strange habits of teammates. How to Be an Ex-Footballer (2023) continues the humor as Crouch writes about adjusting to life after retirement. His books have been popular with football fans and general readers alike.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Peter Crouch written?

Peter Crouch has written four books in one series.

What was Peter Crouch's first book?

Peter Crouch’s first book is Walking Tall: My Story, published in 2007.

What makes Peter Crouch's books different from other football autobiographies?

Crouch is known for his self-deprecating humor and willingness to share embarrassing stories about himself and the football world. His books read more like comedy than typical sports memoirs, full of anecdotes about dressing room culture, awkward celebrity encounters, and the absurdities of life as a professional athlete.

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