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Ben Schott born London 1974. The son of a neurologist and a nurse achieved a double First from Cambridge. Schott's Almanac was first published in 2005 and is now a bestselling reference book published annually. Discover Schott's Almanac
Africa United Steve Bloomfield
With the World Cup taking place on the African continent this year Steve Bloomfield analyses why the game plays such an important role in today’s Africa and why they are turning out such a huge amount of world class players.... Format: Paperback - Released: 20/05/2010
How to Win the World Cup Graham McColl
Well, World Cup fever is on us once again and here Graham McColl takes a look at the possible how’s and why’s of certain teams winning the coveted cup. He looks at all the various factors that go in to... Format: Paperback - Released: 29/04/2010
Feet of the Chameleon Ian Hawkey
A fascinating book that traces the development of football in Africa,
finding out what makes African football unique and examining how the
game fits into the social and political life of the continent. Format: Paperback - Released: 01/05/2010
My England Years Sir Bobby Charlton
After the success of the first part of his fascinating autobiography
following his Manchester United years Bobby Charlton is back with the
next phase of his phenomenal career. For 22 years he played for his
country and was involved in some of the... Format: Paperback - Released: 28/05/2009
The Ghost of '66 : The Autobiography Martin Peters
The long-awaited autobiography of one of England's glorious World Cup winners, published to coincide with the fortieth anniversary of England's triumph. Format: Paperback - Released: 01/06/2007
Inverting the Pyramid - A History of Football Tactics Jonathan Wilson
Football tactics and the history of the modern game are analysed in this in depth book which is a must for any fan of the game. Informative, well researched and highly readable. Format: Paperback - Released: 28/05/2009
Jelleyman's Thrown a Wobbly - Saturday Afternoons in Front of the Telly Jeff Stelling
A must for all football fans as the Sky Sports presenter shares
anecdotes and stories about his time covering the football, his own
highs and lows and his sharing of the pleasure and pain with all the
other football fanatics out there. Format: Paperback - Released: 04/03/2010
How To Score - Science and the Beautiful Game Ken Bray
Ever wondered whether there's a science to successful football? If so, then this is the book for you. With examples from some of the best-known games of the past fifty years, How to Score puts a novel spin on the... Format: Paperback - Released: 07/01/2008
Horrid Henry and the Football Fiend Francesca Simon
A new collection of stories about Horrid Henry and his little brother, Perfect Pete. Henry is as determined as ever to get his own way and will stop at nothing to achieve his ends. Above all, he won’t let Perfect... Format: Paperback (b Format) - Released: 29/04/2010
Football Fever Alan Durant and Kate Leake
Every boy's dream will be fulfilled in this wonderful book, about a completely football-obsessed boy called William. If you know someone with the football bug then this could be the book for him. Format: Paperback - Released: 05/05/2006
Friendly Matches Allan Ahlberg
A wonderful collection of poetry covering all the ups and downs of football. Marvellous stuff from the author of those playground classics Heard it in the Playground and Please Mrs Butler. Format: Paperback (b Format) - Released: 01/08/2002
Is football The Beautiful Game or a gentlemen's game played by hooligans?
Depending on your opinion, as World Cup 2010 kicks off in South Africa on 11 June, you'll either be glued to the box or hiding in one!
In the hope that you're a football fan, or know someone who is, Lovereading has assembled this formidable line-up of football related books and websites.
For many, the only reading done during the World Cup is the lip-reading of international expletives on the players mouths. But why not try the great books on this page? As with all our Featured Books, you can download free Opening Extracts and buy with 25% off the RRP.
And finally, if you thought football was lacking in literary connections, consider the Mexico squad of 2002. Their defence included Gabriel, Garcia, and Marquez!
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