{"product_id":"a-peoples-history-of-soccer-paperback","title":"A People's History of Soccer - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMickaël Correia\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eFionn Petch\u003c\/b\u003e (Translator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Correia takes us around the world to examine how soccer has produced the kind of political energy that can change minds and even topple governments'\u003c\/b\u003e Dave Zirin, Sports Editor, \u003ci\u003eThe Nation\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'An essential read for soccer fans everywhere'\u003c\/b\u003e Juliet Jacques, writer, filmmaker and journalist \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'A fascinating journey through the game's history [as] a vehicle of change'\u003c\/b\u003e Shaka Hislop, former player, anti-racist educator and broadcaster \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Soccer is so much more than the billionaire owners and eye-watering signing fees that dominate the headlines. Look beyond the Premiership and the World Cup, the sublime brilliance of Messi and Mbappé, and you'll find a story unparalleled in the world of sport. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e From England, France, and Germany to Palestine, South Africa, and Brazil, \u003ci\u003eA People's History of Soccer\u003c\/i\u003e reveals how the 'beautiful game' has been a powerful instrument of emancipation for workers, feminists, anti-colonialist activists, young people, and protesters worldwide. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Countering the clichés about soccer fans, Mickaël Correia dives into soccer countercultures born after the Second World War, from English hooligans to the ultras who played a central role in the 'Arab Spring.' With chapters on anti-fascism, the women's game, and the rise in community-owned clubs, Correia reminds us that soccer can be a powerful social and political force - as generous as it is subversive. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMickaël Correia \u003c\/b\u003eis a journalist at \u003ci\u003eMediapart\u003c\/i\u003e. He is the author of several books focusing on social and ecological struggles and working-class culture. He has written for \u003ci\u003eLe Monde Diplomatique\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLe Canard Enchaîné, \u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eLa Revue du Crieur\u003c\/i\u003e. His passion for soccer began when he was 4, with kickabouts on the streets of Roubaix. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMickaël Correia is a journalist at \u003ci\u003eMediapart\u003c\/i\u003e. He is the author of several books, and his work focuses on social and ecological struggles as well as working-class culture. He has written for \u003ci\u003eLe Monde Diplomatique\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLe Canard Enchaîné\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eLa Revue du Crieur\u003c\/i\u003e. His passion for football began when he was 4, with kickabouts on the streets of Roubaix. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Fionn Petch is a Scottish translator with a doctorate in philosophy from the National University of Mexico. As a translator, he has translated fiction, poetry, drama and children's books. He also works on books and exhibition catalogues on art and architecture. Among his noted translations are \u003ci\u003eA Straggly Smile\u003c\/i\u003e by Vanessa Saint Cyr, \u003ci\u003eThe Distance Between Us\u003c\/i\u003e by Renato Cisneros and \u003ci\u003eFireflies\u003c\/i\u003e by Luis Sagasti.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 464\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.23 x 8.47 x 5.59 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 20, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51764527923488,"sku":"9780745348766","price":22.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/a7164461333ce32fc43d07fad03a5062.webp?v=1780251074","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/a-peoples-history-of-soccer-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}