Soccer vs. the State: Tackling Football and Radical Politics

by Gabriel Kuhn

Book Overview

Citing the professionalism and commercialization that dominate the multibillion-dollar soccer industry, this fascinating study also describes the game's rebellious side--from its working-class roots and political protests from fans and players to the current resurgence within radical communities. Documenting a complete history of the sport, this perceptive work also reflects on common criticisms, including the ways that soccer ferments nationalism,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1604860537
• ISBN13: 9781604860535
• Release Date: February 2011
• Publisher: PM Press
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.2" x 9.0"