The Kingfisher Soccer Encyclopedia by Clive Gifford is the definitive guide to the world's most popular sport. From the sublime skills of Pele to the lifestyle of a professional soccer player, this gloriously illustrated book explores every aspect of the game. Freshly revised and updated, this is a world soccer book for the 2014 World Cup and beyond. State-of-the-art digital illustrations and stunning photographs bring to life all the key rules, tactics, set plays, and skills. As well as offering practical advice, this informative book also provides an insider's view of the history of the game, profiles of the great clubs, and facts about women's soccer teams and players.Comprehensive and visually thrilling, this book captures all the drama and the passion of a game that unites billions of people across the globe.Includes free World Cup poster for readers to fill in as the tournament progresses
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Kingfisher
ISBN-10
0753471671
ISBN-13
9780753471678
eBay Product ID (ePID)
209160792
Product Key Features
Author
Mr Clive Gifford
Format
Hardback, Sewn,Cloth over Boards,With Dust Jacket
Language
English
Topic
Children's General Interest & Leisure
Genre
Children's General Interest & Leisure
Dimensions
Weight
903g
Height
283mm
Width
221mm
Additional Product Features
Spine
19mm
Series Title
Kingfisher Encyclopedias
Content Note
Illustrations
Author Biography
Clive Gifford is an award-winning author of more than fifty books on the subjects of sports and soccer. His previous titles for Kingfisher include The Kingfisher Soccer Encyclopedia, Soccer Skills, Summer Olympics, and Soccer.