Author: Paul Brown
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781986024969
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
The Unofficial Football World Championships is probably the most exciting football competition on Earth. Its amazing story involves legendary teams and footballing minnows, classic finals and forgotten friendlies, celebrated players and unsung heroes. An alternative soccer history, Unofficial Football World Champions reveals international football's real champions and offers up a fresh perspective on the greatest game in the world. This fourth edition is fully updated for 2018.
Unofficial Football World Champions
Author: Paul Brown
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781986024969
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
The Unofficial Football World Championships is probably the most exciting football competition on Earth. Its amazing story involves legendary teams and footballing minnows, classic finals and forgotten friendlies, celebrated players and unsung heroes. An alternative soccer history, Unofficial Football World Champions reveals international football's real champions and offers up a fresh perspective on the greatest game in the world. This fourth edition is fully updated for 2018.
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781986024969
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
The Unofficial Football World Championships is probably the most exciting football competition on Earth. Its amazing story involves legendary teams and footballing minnows, classic finals and forgotten friendlies, celebrated players and unsung heroes. An alternative soccer history, Unofficial Football World Champions reveals international football's real champions and offers up a fresh perspective on the greatest game in the world. This fourth edition is fully updated for 2018.
Africa's World Cup
Author: Peter Alegi
Publisher: University of Michigan Press
ISBN: 0472051946
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 287
Book Description
Africa’s World Cup: Critical Reflections on Play, Patriotism, Spectatorship, and Space focuses on a remarkable month in the modern history of Africa and in the global history of football. Peter Alegi and Chris Bolsmann are well-known experts on South African football, and they have assembled an impressive team of local and international journalists, academics, and football experts to reflect on the 2010 World Cup and its broader significance, its meanings, complexities, and contradictions. The World Cup’s sounds, sights, and aesthetics are explored, along with questions of patriotism, nationalism, and spectatorship in Africa and around the world. Experts on urban design and communities write on how the presence of the World Cup worked to refashion urban spaces and negotiate the local struggles in the hosting cities. The volume is richly illustrated by authors’ photographs, and the essays in this volume feature chronicles of match day experiences; travelogues; ethnographies of fan cultures; analyses of print, broadcast, and electronic media coverage of the tournament; reflections on the World Cup’s private and public spaces; football exhibits in South African museums; and critiques of the World Cup’s processes of inclusion and exclusion, as well as its political and economic legacies. The volume concludes with a forum on the World Cup, including Thabo Dladla, Director of Soccer at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Mohlomi Kekeletso Maubane, a well-known Soweto-based writer and a soccer researcher, and Rodney Reiners, former professional footballer and current chief soccer writer for the Cape Argus newspaper in Cape Town. This collection will appeal to students, scholars, journalists, and fans. Cover illustration: South African fan blowing his vuvuzela at South Africa vs. France, Free State Stadium, Bloemfontein, June 22, 2010. Photo by Chris Bolsmann.
Publisher: University of Michigan Press
ISBN: 0472051946
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 287
Book Description
Africa’s World Cup: Critical Reflections on Play, Patriotism, Spectatorship, and Space focuses on a remarkable month in the modern history of Africa and in the global history of football. Peter Alegi and Chris Bolsmann are well-known experts on South African football, and they have assembled an impressive team of local and international journalists, academics, and football experts to reflect on the 2010 World Cup and its broader significance, its meanings, complexities, and contradictions. The World Cup’s sounds, sights, and aesthetics are explored, along with questions of patriotism, nationalism, and spectatorship in Africa and around the world. Experts on urban design and communities write on how the presence of the World Cup worked to refashion urban spaces and negotiate the local struggles in the hosting cities. The volume is richly illustrated by authors’ photographs, and the essays in this volume feature chronicles of match day experiences; travelogues; ethnographies of fan cultures; analyses of print, broadcast, and electronic media coverage of the tournament; reflections on the World Cup’s private and public spaces; football exhibits in South African museums; and critiques of the World Cup’s processes of inclusion and exclusion, as well as its political and economic legacies. The volume concludes with a forum on the World Cup, including Thabo Dladla, Director of Soccer at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Mohlomi Kekeletso Maubane, a well-known Soweto-based writer and a soccer researcher, and Rodney Reiners, former professional footballer and current chief soccer writer for the Cape Argus newspaper in Cape Town. This collection will appeal to students, scholars, journalists, and fans. Cover illustration: South African fan blowing his vuvuzela at South Africa vs. France, Free State Stadium, Bloemfontein, June 22, 2010. Photo by Chris Bolsmann.
American Soccer
Author: Gregory G. Reck
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 1476617562
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 261
Book Description
This narrative of U.S. soccer's history and present-day status addresses the issues of socioeconomics. Emphasizing the differences between social classes in U.S. soccer past and present, as well as those between American soccer and international football, this work analyzes the role of class in American soccer's failure to carve out a more prominent place in the sports landscape. Contemporary soccer is explored from its beginnings in informal Parks and Recreation leagues to the development of formal club programs, and university, professional, and U.S. national teams. In recent decades, Hispanic leagues formed primarily by Mexican and Central American immigrants have reinforced the theme of a class-based, exclusionary space in U.S. soccer. A personal perspective based on the authors' experience coaching soccer at the informal level broadens the book's appeal.
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 1476617562
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 261
Book Description
This narrative of U.S. soccer's history and present-day status addresses the issues of socioeconomics. Emphasizing the differences between social classes in U.S. soccer past and present, as well as those between American soccer and international football, this work analyzes the role of class in American soccer's failure to carve out a more prominent place in the sports landscape. Contemporary soccer is explored from its beginnings in informal Parks and Recreation leagues to the development of formal club programs, and university, professional, and U.S. national teams. In recent decades, Hispanic leagues formed primarily by Mexican and Central American immigrants have reinforced the theme of a class-based, exclusionary space in U.S. soccer. A personal perspective based on the authors' experience coaching soccer at the informal level broadens the book's appeal.
How to Win Your NCAA Tournament Pool
When Teams Collide
Author: Richard Lewis
Publisher: Nicholas Brealey International
ISBN: 1904838375
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 271
Book Description
This guide to teams working across cultures explains how culture and language affect the ways we think and respond
Publisher: Nicholas Brealey International
ISBN: 1904838375
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 271
Book Description
This guide to teams working across cultures explains how culture and language affect the ways we think and respond
Sports around the World [4 volumes]
Author: John Nauright
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN:
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 2668
Book Description
This multivolume set is much more than a collection of essays on sports and sporting cultures from around the world: it also details how and why sports are played wherever they exist, and examines key charismatic athletes from around the world who have transcended their sports. Sports Around the World: History, Culture, and Practice provides a unique, global overview of sports and sports cultures. Unlike most works of this type, this book provides both essays that examine general topics, such as globalization and sport, international relations and sport, and tourism and sport, as well as essays on sports history, culture, and practice in world regions—for example, Latin America and the Caribbean, the Middle East and North Africa, Europe, and Oceania—in order to provide a more global perspective. These essays are followed by entries on specific sports, world athletes, stadiums and arenas, famous games and matches, and major controversies. Spanning topics as varied as modern professional cycling to the fictional movie Rocky to the deadly ball game of the ancient Mayans, the first three volumes contain overview essays and entries for specific sports that have been and are currently practiced around the world. The fourth volume provides a compendium of information on the winners of major sporting competitions from around the world. Readers will gain invaluable insights into how sports have been enjoyed throughout all of human culture, and more fully comprehend their cultural contexts. The entries provide suggestions for further reading on each topic—helpful to general readers, students with school projects, university students and academics alike. Additionally, the four-volume Sports Around the World spotlights key charismatic athletes who have changed a sport or become more than just an outstanding player.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN:
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 2668
Book Description
This multivolume set is much more than a collection of essays on sports and sporting cultures from around the world: it also details how and why sports are played wherever they exist, and examines key charismatic athletes from around the world who have transcended their sports. Sports Around the World: History, Culture, and Practice provides a unique, global overview of sports and sports cultures. Unlike most works of this type, this book provides both essays that examine general topics, such as globalization and sport, international relations and sport, and tourism and sport, as well as essays on sports history, culture, and practice in world regions—for example, Latin America and the Caribbean, the Middle East and North Africa, Europe, and Oceania—in order to provide a more global perspective. These essays are followed by entries on specific sports, world athletes, stadiums and arenas, famous games and matches, and major controversies. Spanning topics as varied as modern professional cycling to the fictional movie Rocky to the deadly ball game of the ancient Mayans, the first three volumes contain overview essays and entries for specific sports that have been and are currently practiced around the world. The fourth volume provides a compendium of information on the winners of major sporting competitions from around the world. Readers will gain invaluable insights into how sports have been enjoyed throughout all of human culture, and more fully comprehend their cultural contexts. The entries provide suggestions for further reading on each topic—helpful to general readers, students with school projects, university students and academics alike. Additionally, the four-volume Sports Around the World spotlights key charismatic athletes who have changed a sport or become more than just an outstanding player.
The Price of Passion
Author: Dr. Jerry Yonga
Publisher: Dr. Jerry Yonga
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 30
Book Description
Every sport has its heroes and villains, moments of triumph, and heartbreak. Soccer, or football as it is known to much of the world, is a sport that transcends borders, languages, and cultures. It is a universal language that speaks to the hearts and minds of millions, bringing people together in a shared love for the beautiful game. However, with such passion and dedication comes great responsibility and, at times, unimaginable consequences. "The Price of Passion: The Andrés Escobar Story" delves into the life and tragic death of one of Colombia's most beloved soccer players, Andrés Escobar. Born in Medellín, Colombia, Escobar was a talented and dedicated athlete who quickly rose through the professional soccer ranks to become a key defender for his club team, Atlético Nacional, and the Colombian national team. His skill and sportsmanship earned him the nickname "The Gentleman of Soccer," reflecting his commitment to fair play and humble nature. In this book, we will follow Escobar's journey from his humble beginnings to the pinnacle of his soccer career, as he prepared to represent his country on the world stage at the 1994 FIFA World Cup. Through personal anecdotes, interviews with those who knew him best, and a deep exploration of Colombia's cultural and political landscape during that time, we will gain a deeper understanding of the pressures and expectations placed upon Escobar and his teammates. But this is not just a story of soccer. It is a tale of love, loyalty, and the harsh realities that sometimes accompany the pursuit of one's dreams. The events that unfolded during and after the 1994 World Cup would ultimately lead to Escobar's untimely death, sending shockwaves through the soccer community and beyond. His murder at the hands of a gunman, allegedly in retaliation for an own goal he had scored during the tournament, serves as a stark reminder of the darker side of passion and the high price that can be paid for success and failure. As we turn the pages of this book, we will witness the rise and fall of a true soccer icon, whose life was cut tragically short by the sport he loved. In doing so, we will also explore the complex intersection of sport, culture, and politics that shaped the life and legacy of Andrés Escobar. We will come to understand that his story is not just one of individual tragedy but a reflection of the power, beauty, and sometimes devastating consequences of the world's most popular sport. Welcome to "The Price of Passion: The Andrés Escobar Story."
Publisher: Dr. Jerry Yonga
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 30
Book Description
Every sport has its heroes and villains, moments of triumph, and heartbreak. Soccer, or football as it is known to much of the world, is a sport that transcends borders, languages, and cultures. It is a universal language that speaks to the hearts and minds of millions, bringing people together in a shared love for the beautiful game. However, with such passion and dedication comes great responsibility and, at times, unimaginable consequences. "The Price of Passion: The Andrés Escobar Story" delves into the life and tragic death of one of Colombia's most beloved soccer players, Andrés Escobar. Born in Medellín, Colombia, Escobar was a talented and dedicated athlete who quickly rose through the professional soccer ranks to become a key defender for his club team, Atlético Nacional, and the Colombian national team. His skill and sportsmanship earned him the nickname "The Gentleman of Soccer," reflecting his commitment to fair play and humble nature. In this book, we will follow Escobar's journey from his humble beginnings to the pinnacle of his soccer career, as he prepared to represent his country on the world stage at the 1994 FIFA World Cup. Through personal anecdotes, interviews with those who knew him best, and a deep exploration of Colombia's cultural and political landscape during that time, we will gain a deeper understanding of the pressures and expectations placed upon Escobar and his teammates. But this is not just a story of soccer. It is a tale of love, loyalty, and the harsh realities that sometimes accompany the pursuit of one's dreams. The events that unfolded during and after the 1994 World Cup would ultimately lead to Escobar's untimely death, sending shockwaves through the soccer community and beyond. His murder at the hands of a gunman, allegedly in retaliation for an own goal he had scored during the tournament, serves as a stark reminder of the darker side of passion and the high price that can be paid for success and failure. As we turn the pages of this book, we will witness the rise and fall of a true soccer icon, whose life was cut tragically short by the sport he loved. In doing so, we will also explore the complex intersection of sport, culture, and politics that shaped the life and legacy of Andrés Escobar. We will come to understand that his story is not just one of individual tragedy but a reflection of the power, beauty, and sometimes devastating consequences of the world's most popular sport. Welcome to "The Price of Passion: The Andrés Escobar Story."
The Global Art of Soccer
Author: Richard Witzig
Publisher: CusiBoy Publishing
ISBN: 0977668800
Category : Soccer
Languages : en
Pages : 514
Book Description
Publisher: CusiBoy Publishing
ISBN: 0977668800
Category : Soccer
Languages : en
Pages : 514
Book Description
International Human Resource Management
Author: Hilary Harris
Publisher: CIPD Publishing
ISBN: 9780852929834
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 236
Book Description
Offers a thematic approach to International Human Resource Management with comprehensive coverage of the subject. This text is intended for various undergraduates or postgraduates module in this area, or for the CIPD module in International Personnel and Development.
Publisher: CIPD Publishing
ISBN: 9780852929834
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 236
Book Description
Offers a thematic approach to International Human Resource Management with comprehensive coverage of the subject. This text is intended for various undergraduates or postgraduates module in this area, or for the CIPD module in International Personnel and Development.
International Business 2E P
Author: Peter Buckley
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0198861893
Category : International trade
Languages : en
Pages : 623
Book Description
Now in its second edition, and in collaboration with their contributing authors, world renowned academics Peter J. Buckley FBA OBE, Peter Enderwick, and Hinrich Voss draw on their wealth of experience and expertise to present a truly global text on international business.The Global Factory framework, developed by Peter J. Buckley, forms an overarching, coherent and accessible model for understanding how businesses operate globally. Synthesising perspectives from economics, social anthropology, political economy, and management, International Business also provides amultitude of examples, case studies and insights from across the globe that link theory to management practices - all to equip you for the challenges faced in the business world today. Engaging examples include internationally-recognised companies such as Nike, Ben and Jerry's, TikTok and Maersk, aswell as organizations from emerging markets such as Saudi Arabia, Brazil and Turkey.Opening cases discuss real challenges faced by international businesses, inviting you to discuss and devise your own solutions, while closing cases and 'IB Insights' offer opportunities to further reflect on international business practices at real, global companies.Stretch your critical thinking skills by engaging with the 'Topics for Debate', and build strong academic understanding by looking at the 'Research Insights', which introduce key scholarship and provide commentary on seminal international business research.This fully revised and more concise edition is your ideal guide to international business.An exciting development for this new edition, the enhanced e-book offers an even more flexible and seamless way to learn: www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooksThis book is accompanied by the following online resources:For students:Links to seminal articles as highlighted in the Research Insights featureOnline activities to develop skills in research, data collection, and analysisWeb links to sources of data, each accompanied by critical commentaryMultiple-choice questions with instant feedbackIB decision-aids to explore real, decision-making tools used by managersFor lecturers:A case study bankAdditional shorter and longer case studies with exemplar answersLinks to video clips, accompanied by short paragraphs of critical commentaryComprehensive, customisable PowerPoint slidesTest bankTutorial activitiesSuggested assignment questionsInstructor's manual including a guide to teaching the Global Factory framework, and guidance from the authors on the case study questions, IB challenges, and Topics for Debate features
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0198861893
Category : International trade
Languages : en
Pages : 623
Book Description
Now in its second edition, and in collaboration with their contributing authors, world renowned academics Peter J. Buckley FBA OBE, Peter Enderwick, and Hinrich Voss draw on their wealth of experience and expertise to present a truly global text on international business.The Global Factory framework, developed by Peter J. Buckley, forms an overarching, coherent and accessible model for understanding how businesses operate globally. Synthesising perspectives from economics, social anthropology, political economy, and management, International Business also provides amultitude of examples, case studies and insights from across the globe that link theory to management practices - all to equip you for the challenges faced in the business world today. Engaging examples include internationally-recognised companies such as Nike, Ben and Jerry's, TikTok and Maersk, aswell as organizations from emerging markets such as Saudi Arabia, Brazil and Turkey.Opening cases discuss real challenges faced by international businesses, inviting you to discuss and devise your own solutions, while closing cases and 'IB Insights' offer opportunities to further reflect on international business practices at real, global companies.Stretch your critical thinking skills by engaging with the 'Topics for Debate', and build strong academic understanding by looking at the 'Research Insights', which introduce key scholarship and provide commentary on seminal international business research.This fully revised and more concise edition is your ideal guide to international business.An exciting development for this new edition, the enhanced e-book offers an even more flexible and seamless way to learn: www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooksThis book is accompanied by the following online resources:For students:Links to seminal articles as highlighted in the Research Insights featureOnline activities to develop skills in research, data collection, and analysisWeb links to sources of data, each accompanied by critical commentaryMultiple-choice questions with instant feedbackIB decision-aids to explore real, decision-making tools used by managersFor lecturers:A case study bankAdditional shorter and longer case studies with exemplar answersLinks to video clips, accompanied by short paragraphs of critical commentaryComprehensive, customisable PowerPoint slidesTest bankTutorial activitiesSuggested assignment questionsInstructor's manual including a guide to teaching the Global Factory framework, and guidance from the authors on the case study questions, IB challenges, and Topics for Debate features