The World Cup: A Very Peculiar History tells the fascinating, funny and sometimes outrageous story of the world's most popular sporting event. From the tournament's founding and political controversies to heroic players, bizarre matches and unforgettable goals, this book explores how football became a truly global obsession. With lively writing, cartoon-style artwork and curious stats on everything from 'The Hand of God' to the dirtiest matches ever played, it's a perfect mix of history and humour for football fans young and old.
| ISBN: | 9781835874868 |
| Publication date: | 23rd April 2026 |
| Author: | David Arscott |
| Illustrator: | Mark Bergin |
| Publisher: | Hatch Press an imprint of Bonnier Books UK |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 192 pages |
| Genres: |
General Knowledge & Trivia |
The World Cup: A Very Peculiar History tells the fascinating, funny and sometimes outrageous story of the world's most popular sporting event. From the tournament's founding and political controversies to heroic players, bizarre matches and unforgettable goals, this book explores how football became a truly global obsession.
The World Cup features in the following genres: General Knowledge & Trivia
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The World Cup was written by David Arscott and published by Hatch Press an imprint of Bonnier Books UK
The World Cup has 192 pages
£7.19, reduced from £7.99. In Stock.