Foer, Franklin
How Football Explains the World
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099492269
- author:
- Foer, Franklin
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Arrow
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 129mm X 198mm
- Genre:
- Soccer (Association football)
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Football has the power to unite and divide people in unexpected ways. Franklin Foer explores how football reflects and shapes global politics and culture, from the ancient rivalries between Serbia's Red Star and Croatia's Dinamo to the influence of the game on migration patterns and media manipulation. Foer's journey takes him to various parts of the world, where he encounters a diverse range of fans with unique stories and motivations. He examines how football has been used as a tool for social integration and nationalism, while also highlighting its role in perpetuating hatreds and rivalries. Through his travels, Foer reveals the complex and often contradictory nature of football's impact on society, making for an engaging and thought-provoking read.