How Soccer Explains the World: An Unlikely Theory of Globalization

by Foer, Franklin

• ISBN13: 9780061978050
• ISBN10: 0061978051
• eBook ISBN(s): 9780061864704
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780060731427
• Edition: Reprint
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2010-01-01
• Publisher: HarperCollins Publications
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About This Book

How Soccer Explains the World: An Unlikely Theory of Globalization

ISBN: 9780061978050

"How Soccer Explains the World" by Franklin Foer is a groundbreaking book that delves into the fascinating world of soccer as a lens through which to view the pressing issues of our age. This book is perfect for students and educators interested in sociology, cultural studies, and globalization.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in courses related to sociology, cultural studies, and globalization. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding how soccer reflects and influences societal dynamics, including professionals looking to expand their knowledge of cultural movements and global issues.

History and Editions

"How Soccer Explains the World" was first published on May 11, 2010. This book has been a significant contribution to the field of sports sociology and cultural studies, offering insights into how soccer has been a central part of major cultural movements over the last 100 years. The book covers a wide range of topics including hooliganism, nationalism, racism, and corruption, moving from Yugoslavia to Ukraine, Barcelona, Ireland, and America.

Author and Other Works

Franklin Foer is the editor of "The New Republic" and has written extensively on politics, culture, and sports. His love for soccer is evident in his writing, which is filled with blazing intelligence, colorful characters, and wry humor. Foer's passion for both soccer and humanity makes this book an utterly original and insightful read.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780061978050

eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9780061978051 (The ebook for "How Soccer Explains the World: An Unlikely Theory of Globalization" is available right here on eCampus.com!)

eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9780061978052 (The ebook for "How Soccer Explains the World: An Unlikely Theory of Globalization" is available right here on eCampus.com!)

Loose-leaf: ISBN-13: 9780061978053

Publication Details

Publisher: HarperCollins

Publication Date: May 11, 2010

Number of Pages: 271

Language: English

Item Weight: Not specified

Dimensions: 5.00(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.72(d)

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eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9780061978051 (The ebook for "How Soccer Explains the World: An Unlikely Theory of Globalization" is available right here on eCampus.com!)

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Author Biography

Franklin Foer is the editor of The New Republic. His writing has also appeared in the New York Times, the Atlantic Monthly, Slate, and New York magazine. He lives in Washington, D.C.

Table of Contents

Prologue	p. 1
How Soccer Explains: the Gangster's Paradise	p. 7
How Soccer Explains: the Pornography of Sects	p. 35
How Soccer Explains: the Jewish Question	p. 65
How Soccer Explains: the Sentimental Hooligan	p. 89
How Soccer Explains: the Survival of the Top Hats	p. 115
How Soccer Explains: the Black Carpathians	p. 141
How Soccer Explains: the New Oligarchs	p. 167
How Soccer Explains: the Discreet Charm of Bourgeois Nationalism	p. 193
How Soccer Explains: Islam's Hope	p. 217
How Soccer Explains: the American Culture Wars	p. 235
Afterword: How to Win the World Cup	p. 249
Note on Sources	p. 259
Acknowledgments	p. 263
Index	p. 267
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