{"product_id":"a-peoples-history-of-soccer-9780745348766","title":"A People's History of Soccer","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Correia takes us around the world to examine how soccer has produced the kind of political energy that can change minds and even topple governments'\u003c\/b\u003e Dave Zirin, Sports Editor, \u003ci\u003eThe Nation\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'An essential read for soccer fans everywhere'\u003c\/b\u003e Juliet Jacques, writer, filmmaker and journalist \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'A fascinating journey through the game's history [as] a vehicle of change'\u003c\/b\u003e Shaka Hislop, former player, anti-racist educator and broadcaster \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Soccer is so much more than the billionaire owners and eye-watering signing fees that dominate the headlines. Look beyond the Premiership and the World Cup, the sublime brilliance of Messi and Mbappé, and you'll find a story unparalleled in the world of sport. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e From England, France, and Germany to Palestine, South Africa, and Brazil, \u003ci\u003eA People's History of Soccer\u003c\/i\u003e reveals how the 'beautiful game' has been a powerful instrument of emancipation for workers, feminists, anti-colonialist activists, young people, and protesters worldwide. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Countering the clichés about soccer fans, Mickaël Correia dives into soccer countercultures born after the Second World War, from English hooligans to the ultras who played a central role in the 'Arab Spring.' With chapters on anti-fascism, the women's game, and the rise in community-owned clubs, Correia reminds us that soccer can be a powerful social and political force - as generous as it is subversive. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMickaël Correia \u003c\/b\u003eis a journalist at \u003ci\u003eMediapart\u003c\/i\u003e. He is the author of several books focusing on social and ecological struggles and working-class culture. He has written for \u003ci\u003eLe Monde Diplomatique\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLe Canard Enchaîné, \u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eLa Revue du Crieur\u003c\/i\u003e. His passion for soccer began when he was 4, with kickabouts on the streets of Roubaix. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMickaël Correia is a journalist at \u003ci\u003eMediapart\u003c\/i\u003e. He is the author of several books, and his work focuses on social and ecological struggles as well as working-class culture. He has written for \u003ci\u003eLe Monde Diplomatique\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLe Canard Enchaîné\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eLa Revue du Crieur\u003c\/i\u003e. His passion for football began when he was 4, with kickabouts on the streets of Roubaix. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Fionn Petch is a Scottish translator with a doctorate in philosophy from the National University of Mexico. As a translator, he has translated fiction, poetry, drama and children's books. He also works on books and exhibition catalogues on art and architecture. Among his noted translations are \u003ci\u003eA Straggly Smile\u003c\/i\u003e by Vanessa Saint Cyr, \u003ci\u003eThe Distance Between Us\u003c\/i\u003e by Renato Cisneros and \u003ci\u003eFireflies\u003c\/i\u003e by Luis Sagasti.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Pluto Press (UK)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50603793154322,"sku":"9780745348766","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_1e475855-b3e9-470a-82b7-5b900f4b3cab.jpg?v=1775631904","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/a-peoples-history-of-soccer-9780745348766","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}