The Villans : day-to-day life at Villa Park

There can be no doubt that Aston Villa are one of English football's most respected clubs.

Formed as far back as 1874, the Villans are among the oldest sides in the League, and have a distinguished record of success stretching from their early days right up to the current season.

Having won the FA Cup no less than seven times, the League championship and the League Cup, the Birmingham club have also enjoyed a triumphant spell in Europe, eventually taking the greatest prize of all in 1982, the European Cup.

Now, fans of the club can read all about Villa's heroic past, as this book contains details of stars players, inspiring managers, near misses and victories against the odds.