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.
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 most authoritative account of the history of football's most glorious tournament, fully updated.
This comprehensive history of the world's top soccer tournament--from the 1930s through the 1990 competitions--features vivid accounts of individual games from the World Cup's illustrious history and is packed with behind-the-scenes stories and character sketches of the managers and players. Photos.