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Football Superstars: Football Rules the World
Series: Football Superstars
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FULLY ILLUSTRATED WITH COMIC-STYLE CARTOONS, Football Rules the World is perfect for young readers aged five and up.Discover how association football grew from a simple game into the world's most widely followed sport, inspiring fans across continents and generations. From its earliest roots to the biggest...
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See moreEverything the young fan wants to know about their favourite sport! This fact-packed book traces the history of football, from the origins of the game to the modern legends, and tells the stories of some of the greatest matches, greatest goals and even the controversies that have become part of football folklore.
Everything the young fan wants to know about their favourite sport! This fact-packed book traces the history of football, spanning the origins of the game, the pioneers of the 20th century to the modern legends, and tells the stories of some of the greatest matches, greatest goals and even the controversies that have become part of football folklore.
Description
FULLY ILLUSTRATED WITH COMIC-STYLE CARTOONS, Football Rules the World is perfect for young readers aged five and up.Discover how association football grew from a simple game into the world's most widely followed sport, inspiring fans across continents and generations. From its earliest roots to the biggest stages and brightest stars, this book brings the story of the global game to life.Meet legendary players and inspirational managers, relive unforgettable matches and iconic goals, and explore the moments that helped football capture the imagination of people everywhere. Along the way, you'll find humour, comic illustrations and lively commentary that make the beautiful game's history exciting and accessible.Football Superstars is a fast-paced, highly visual series combining comic-style cartoons, clear storytelling and a lively cast of characters who add jokes, quotes and commentary throughout.
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INFORMATION
Barcode: 9781783129768
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 16 March 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Welbeck Children's Books
Illustration: B&w line illus
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Dan Green
- Illustrated by Dan Green
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Length: 14.0mm
Width: 126.0mm
Height: 194.0mm
Weight: 118g
Pages: 128
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