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Book Synopsis: “An eccentric, fascinating exposé of a world most of us know nothing about. . . . Bristles with anecdotes that are almost impossible to believe.” —New York Times Book Review
“Terrific. . . . A travelogue full of important insights into both cultural change and persistence. . . . Foer’s soccer odyssey lends weight to the argument that a humane world order is possible.” — Washington Post Book World
A groundbreaking work—named one of the five most influential sports books of the decade by Sports Illustrated—How Soccer Explains the World is a unique and brilliantly illuminating look at soccer, the world’s most popular sport, as a lens through which to view the pressing issues of our age, from the clash of civilizations to the global economy.
From Brazil to Bosnia, and Italy to Iran, this is an eye-opening chronicle of how a beautiful sport and its fanatical followers can highlight the fault lines of a society, whether it’s terrorism, poverty, anti-Semitism, or radical Islam—issues that now have an impact on all of us. Filled with blazing intelligence, colorful characters, wry humor, and an equal passion for soccer and humanity, How Soccer Explains the World is an utterly original book that makes sense of our troubled times.
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Discover a fascinating exposé of a world you never knew existed with "How Soccer Explains the World: An Unlikely Theory of Globalization". This groundbreaking book, named one of the most influential sports books of the decade by Sports Illustrated, takes you on a journey through the lens of soccer to address pressing issues of our age.
With colorful anecdotes and insightful storytelling, the book showcases how soccer brings to light the fault lines in our society. From the clash of civilizations to the global economy, soccer becomes a medium through which we can understand and navigate the complex issues that affect us all. By exploring countries like Brazil, Bosnia, Italy, and Iran, you'll gain a deeper understanding of topics such as terrorism, poverty, anti-Semitism, and radical Islam.
Written with blazing intelligence, wry humor, and an unwavering passion for both soccer and humanity, this book is an absolute must-read. As you delve into the pages of "How Soccer Explains the World", you'll find yourself captivated by its unique perspective and its ability to make sense of our troubled times.
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