RIP Tony Book

[lancs blue]

That's really sad news, an iconic figure in the club's resurgence in the 60s and 70s as both player, captain and manager and an almost constant presence at the club for over 50 years. I had the pleasure of briefly speaking to Tony on the Naples seafront before a CL match, he always had time for the fans.
Condolences to his family and friends.
RIP Tony

 

[Lost in space]

Rest in peace Skip, such a huge character and great servant to our club. My thoughts are with his family at this time. R.I.P

 

[Marklr]

Legend

 

[normskih]

Sad news indeed ... when I first started watching City in 1969, this guy said as much about City, as Lee, Bell and Summerbee did, a real City legend, he always gave his best on the pitch and to every role he undertook thereafter.

He was always a real nice guy too, always had time for people.

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The last photo, the packed terraces, the traditional boots and that kit, beautiful, just beautiful.

 

[Keepingthefaithsince1976]

RIP Tony Book. He was the first City manager I remember as a kid and when he spoke I always felt he came across really well. It sounds like he was an absolute gentleman. Condolences to the family.

 

[Luddite_Blue]

RIP Skip, City legend.

 

[lust overlord]

Rip.
Fabulous servant of the club,I'm old enough to remember him managing the excellent side we had in the 70's.

A real gentleman too,according to mates who had the pleasure of meeting him.

 

[Dave El Magico]

A true blue legend and a lovely gentleman too. Gave so much to our fantastic club. RIP Tony.

 

[Norbert D]

R.I.P Skip.

 

[danielwood5]

This one hits quite hard to be honest, his playing days were well before my time but I met him a couple of times and he was such a lovely, friendly, guy who had time for everyone. I'm actually a lot more upset than I thought I would be, my nest wishes go out to all his family, friends and supporters.

 

[blue whippet]

RIP Tony Book. He was the first City manager I remember as a kid and when he spoke I always felt he came across really well. It sounds like he was an absolute gentleman. Condolences to the family.

My first City manager took, sad news for his family and the club. All those years of service he gave us. RIP and cheer the team along from up above.

 

[mackenzie]

Part of the fabric for any Blue alive when he was either playing or managing. A true gentleman too.
Sleep well, RIP.

 

[Doctor Jimmy and Mr Jim]

Unbelievable player and captain when I first started watching City. Was an excellent manager as well imho. A very humble, knowledgeable and all round decent bloke. Very sad indeed to hear of his passing.

 

[beehive_bob]

RIP. Absolute legend. Deepest sympathies to his family and friends. Really pleased he was able to make an appearance at the Etihad for his 90th earlier this season. The first trophy I saw City win in the flesh was the 76 League Cup and can still picture that photo of him holding the trophy with one hand.

 

[BigJoe#1]

Again the lyrics really hit home, they always do at times like this.... Bell, Lee, Doyle et al.

"maybe in another generation....."

really makes me reflect about what a great club we've always been and Tony was an intrinsic part of the fabric as @mackenzie says above.

.... and still Sky don't consider it to be newsworthy..... everyday I am becoming more aware as to why I despise the moneygrabbing arselicking twats.

 

[maxwellblue]

Legend, RIP

 

[ONTHERUNWITHTHAKSIN]

RIP Skip

Gutted

 

[WyongBlue]

Just woken up, it's almost 4:30am here in Oz and just seen the news of Skip's passing, was a part of my childhood as I got to see him play in that wonderful 68 side and then as manager for City at Maine Road...........RIP Skip Tony Book

 

[the blue panther]

Unbelievable player and captain when I first started watching City. Was an excellent manager as well imho. A very humble, knowledgeable and all round decent bloke. Very sad indeed to hear of his passing.

Perfectly put for me too.
R.I.P. Skip.

 

[the blue panther]

Maybe the extended North Stand can be appropriately renamed The Book End.