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Book Synopsis: Master storyteller Joe McGinniss travels to Italy to cover the unlikely success of a ragtag minor league soccer team--and delivers a brilliant and utterly unforgettable story of life in an off-the-beaten-track Italian village.
When Joe McGinniss sets out for the remote Italian village of Castel di Sangro one summer, he merely intends to spend a season with the village's soccer team, which only weeks before had, miraculously, reached the second-highest-ranking professional league in the land. But soon he finds himself embroiled with an absurd yet irresistible cast of characters, including the team's owner, described by the New York Times as “straight out of a Mario Puzo novel,” and coach Osvaldo Jaconi, whose only English word is the one he uses to describe himself: “bulldozer.”
As the riotous, edge-of-your-seat season unfolds, McGinniss develops a deepening bond with the team, their village and its people, and their country. Traveling with the miracle team, from the isolated mountain region where Castel di Sangro is located to gritty towns as well as grand cities, McGinniss introduces us to an Italy that no tourist guidebook has ever described, and comes away with a “sad, funny, desolating, and inspiring story--everything, in fact, a story should be” (Los Angeles Times).
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Experience the magical charm and captivating allure of Italy with The Miracle of Castel di Sangro: A Tale of Passion and Folly in the Heart of Italy. This remarkable book, written by master storyteller Joe McGinniss, takes you on a thrilling journey to the remote Italian village of Castel di Sangro. McGinniss immerses himself in the lives of a ragtag minor league soccer team who have surprisingly climbed the ranks to the second-highest professional league in the country.
Prepare to be captivated by the absurd yet irresistible cast of characters, including the enigmatic team owner who could be straight out of a Mario Puzo novel. The team's coach, Osvaldo Jaconi, adds an extra layer of intrigue with his limited English vocabulary, using the word "bulldozer" to describe himself. As the season unfolds, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat, engrossed in a riotous and unpredictable journey.
But this book isn't just about soccer. It's a window into the heart and soul of Italy. Join McGinniss as he takes you on an extraordinary travelogue, uncovering hidden gems in both quaint mountain regions and bustling cities. You'll discover an Italy that no tourist guidebook has ever captured, and you'll develop a deep connection with the team, the village, and its people.
Prepare to laugh, cry, and be inspired as you delve into this "sad, funny, desolating, and inspiring story." Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Italian culture, embrace the spirit of adventure, and experience the exhilaration of unexpected success. Don't miss out on this unforgettable tale.
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