The Story of the World Cup: 2018: The Essential Companion to Russia 2018

Brian Glanville's dramatic history of the world's most famous football tournament has become the most authoritative guide to the World Cup. His classic, bestselling account is a vivid celebration of the great players and legendary matches in the competition from Uruguay in 1930 to Brazil in 2014 - as well as a bold attack on those who have mismanaged the 'beautiful game'. Fully revised and updated in anticipation of Russia's hosting of the event in 2018, this is the definitive book on the World Cup for football fans and novices alike. Brian Glanville's dramatic history of the world's most famous soccer tournament has become the most authoritative guide to the World Cup. His classic, bestselling account is a vivid celebration of the great players and legendary matches in the competition from Uruguay in 1930 to Brazil in 2014 as well as a bold attack on those who have mismanaged the "beautiful game". Fully revised and updated in anticipation of Russia's hosting of the event in 2018, this is the definitive book on the World Cup for soccer fans and novices alike. This Is The Dramatic History Of The World's Leading Football Tournament, Comprehensively Updated To Become The Most Authoritative, Up-to-date Guide On The Event. Brian Glanville's Classic Account Is A Celebration Of The Great Players And Matches From Uruguay In 1930 To Brazil In 2014 - And A Bold Attack On All Those Who Have Mismanaged The 'beautiful Game'. In Anticipation Of Russia's Hosting Of The Event In 2018, This Is The Definitive Book On The World Cup For Football Fans And Novices Alike.-- Brian Glanville Includes Index. "This is the dramatic history of the world's leading football tournament, comprehensively updated to become the most authoritative, up-to-date guide on the event. Brian Glanville's classic account is a celebration of the great players and matches from Uruguay in 1930 to Brazil in 2014 - and a bold attack on all those who have mismanaged the 'beautiful game'. In anticipation of Russia's hosting of the event in 2018, this is the definitive book on the World Cup for football fans and novices alike."-- Provided by publisher