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Brian Glanville

    Brian Glanville was an English author celebrated for his novels and short stories. His works often delved into the lives of outsiders and underdogs, frequently set against the backdrop of sports, particularly football. Glanville was renowned for his sharp observations of human psychology and his ability to craft believable characters. His writing was often marked by wit, cynicism, and a profound understanding of human frailties.

    Der Torwart ist eben etwas Besonderes
    The Story of the World Cup: 2018
    The Man Behind the Goal
    The Rise of Gerry Logan
    Champions of Europe
    The Story of the World Cup: 2014
    • 2021
    • 2018

      The Story of the World Cup: 2018

      • 512 pages
      • 18 hours of reading

      Brian Glanville's dramatic history of the world's most famous football tournament has become the most authoritative guide to the World Cup. 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.

      The Story of the World Cup: 2018
    • 2015

      The Man Behind The Goal brings together the best short stories by the acclaimed sportswriter Brian Glanville, who has been working as a journalist for more than 60 years

      The Man Behind the Goal
    • 2014
    • 1991