Foot, John
Calcio: A History of Italian Football
- ISBN 13:
- 9780007175758
- author:
- Foot, John
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Harper Perennial
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2007
- Pages:
- 592
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 3.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Popular culture
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Italian football has a rich and complex history, marked by both triumph and tragedy. This comprehensive history, written by John Foot, takes readers on a journey from the sport's origins in the 1890s to the present day, covering the highs of victory and the lows of scandal and corruption. With vivid descriptions of games, goals, and the personalities that have shaped the sport, 'Calcio' is a fascinating and often humorous exploration of the world's most passionate and intense league.
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