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How Football Began: A Global History of How the World's Football Codes Were Born,Used
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This ambitious and fascinating history considers why, in the space of sixty years between 1850 and 1910, football grew from a marginal and unorganised activity to become the dominant winter entertainment for millions of people around the world.The book explores how the worlds football codes soccer, rugby league, rugby union, American, Australian, Canadian and Gaelic developed as part of the commercialised leisure industry in the nineteenth century. Football, however and wherever it was played, was a product of the second industrial revolution, the rise of the mass media, and the spirit of the age of the masses.Important reading for students of sports studies, history, sociology, development and management, this book is also a valuable resource for scholars and academics involved in the study of football in all its forms, as well as an engrossing read for anyone interested in the early history of football.
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- Q: What is the size of the book? A: The book measures six point fourteen inches in length, nine point twenty-one inches in height, and is zero point fifty-one inches thick.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains two hundred eight pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of football's history.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is published in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of the book is Tony Collins, a recognized expert in sports history.
- Q: What is the main focus of the book? A: The book focuses on the evolution of football from a marginal activity to a global phenomenon between the years eighteen fifty and nineteen ten.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: Yes, this book is suitable for a wide audience, including students, scholars, and anyone interested in football's early history.
- Q: What topics does the book cover? A: The book covers various football codes including soccer, rugby league, and American football, along with their historical development.
- Q: Is there any specific audience this book is targeted towards? A: The book is targeted towards students of sports studies, history, sociology, and management, as well as casual readers.
- Q: Can this book be used as an academic resource? A: Yes, this book is a valuable resource for scholars and academics studying football in its various forms.
- Q: How should I care for this book? A: To keep the book in good condition, store it in a cool, dry place and avoid direct sunlight.
- Q: What should I do if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, contact the seller for a return or exchange process.
- Q: Is there a warranty for this book? A: Generally, books do not come with a warranty, but check with the seller for their specific return policy.
- Q: What if I want to learn about football's impact on culture? A: This book explores football's role in the commercialised leisure industry and its cultural significance during the industrial revolution.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or photos in the book? A: The book primarily focuses on text and historical narrative, with minimal illustrations.
- Q: What makes this book different from other football histories? A: This book uniquely combines historical analysis with the development of various football codes, providing a global perspective.
- Q: Is the book available in digital format? A: Availability in digital format varies by retailer; check with your preferred platform for options.