Description
A compelling history of Argentine football, tracing the game’s evolution from its early roots through the legendary players, clubs, and tactical innovations that shaped its distinctive identity. Alongside major sporting milestones, it explores Argentina’s complex relationship with football as a source of national pride, cultural expression, and social meaning. Rich in character and atmosphere, the book brings the story to life through memorable episodes involving icons, returning heroes, and the enduring bonds between players and their clubs. It offers both an insightful analysis of the sport and a vivid portrait of the country that made it a way of life.
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paperback
Orion Publishing Group, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2014
491 pages
ISBN: 9781409144441
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Details
First Published
2014
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Angels with Dirty Faces by Jonathan Wilson.