Storey, Daniel
Gazza in Italy
- ISBN 13:
- 9780008300869
- author:
- Storey, Daniel
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- HarperCollins Publishers Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 20.4 x 13.5 x 1.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- 20.4 x 13.5 x 1.8 centimetres (0, Biography, Sports, Sports & Recreation,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Paul Gascoigne's Italian adventure is a story of incredible highs and self-inflicted lows. In 1990, the young England star's World Cup campaign ended in heartbreak after a mistimed tackle in the semi-final against Germany. Two years later, he joined Lazio for a record transfer fee, with expectations sky high. However, doubts over his fitness and ability to adjust to life in Italy soon emerged. As Gascoigne navigated the complexities of his fragile personality, he struggled to achieve his full potential. This book, written by Daniel Storey, offers a fascinating insight into an unexamined moment in Gascoigne's career, revealing the contradictions of a talented but troubled individual. With its unique blend of football, culture, and personal drama, Gazza in Italy is a compelling read for anyone interested in the world of football and the human experience. Through Gascoigne's story, Storey sheds light on the enduring legacy of a footballing legend, one whose on-field brilliance was matched only by his off-field turmoil. This is a thought-provoking and engaging read that will appeal to fans of football, biography, and cultural studies.
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