McEnroe by Evans, Richard; McEnroe, John
McEnroe (Collectible First Edition Hardcover)
A Definitive, Contemporary Account of Tennis's "Enfant Terrible," Iconic Court Battles, and the Private Reality Behind the Headlines
A Definitive, Contemporary Account of Tennis's "Enfant Terrible," Iconic Court Battles, and the Private Reality Behind the Headlines
Bibliographic Specifications
- Title: McEnroe
- Author: Richard Evans (written in co-operation with John McEnroe)
- Publisher: Sidgwick & Jackson, London / Surrey, England
- Publication Date: 1982
- ISBN-13: 9780283988547 (ISBN-10: 0283988546)
- Edition Details: First Edition, First Impression.
- Binding: Original publisher's premium cloth boards with a gilt-titled spine, accompanied by the original illustrated dust jacket.
- Physical Format: Octavo (8vo), 191 pages. Richly enhanced with full-colour and black-and-white glossy photographic inserts capturing historic Grand Slam matchups and candid off-court moments.
- Language: English
Official Condition Report
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The Book: Very Good (VG)
- Exterior / Boards: The original publisher's cloth boards are structurally sound, square, and firm. Gilt lettering on the spine remains completely bright and untarnished. Shows only minimal, superficial shelf friction along the lower edges, completely consistent with careful storage.
- Interior: The text block is robustly bound, clean, and tight. Internal pages and glossy photo plates are crisp and bright. Entirely free of standard user highlighting, ink inscriptions, owner name stamps, or dog-ears.
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The Dust Jacket: Very Good (VG)
- Condition Description: The original illustrated jacket is complete and unclipped. It retains vibrant color depth and high-gloss clarity. Exhibits microscopic edge-rubbing and light shelf wear to the top spine area, but is entirely free of major chips, deep tears, or sun fading.
Synopsis & Historical Value
Published in 1982 at the absolute zenith of his early career, McEnroe stands as a vital contemporary chronicle of one of tennis's most electrifying and polarizing icons, John McEnroe. Written by distinguished sports journalist Richard Evans in direct co-operation with McEnroe himself, this authorized biography tracks the spectacular rise of the sport's legendary "enfant terrible." The text meticulously analyzes McEnroe's fiery on-court behavior, unmatched tactical genius, and his historic, era-defining rivalries against titans like Björn Borg and Jimmy Connors. Moving past the sensationalized tabloid headlines, Evans reveals the fiercely private side of McEnroe—uncovering a deep generosity and unwavering loyalty to his family, friends, and country. A scarce and highly collectible slice of vintage tennis history for serious sporting memorabilia collectors.
Author Profile: Richard Evans
Richard Evans is a highly celebrated British author, broadcaster, and veteran sports journalist who has covered international tennis for over five decades. Renowned for his intimate, insider access to the locker rooms of the Open Era, Evans has written over twenty books, including definitive works on the Davis Cup and individual biographies of tennis royalty. His close professional and personal relationship with the players allows him to blend sharp tactical match analysis with unmatched psychological depth. His work is widely recognized by tennis historians for providing the most authentic, unfiltered glimpses into the pressures of elite, top-tier global sportsmanship.
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