Book

Soccer / written by Hugh Hornby ; photographed by Andy Crawford.

Hornby, Hugh. (Author). Crawford, Andy. (Added Author).

Summary:

Examines all aspects of the game of soccer, including its history, rules, techniques, tactics, equipment, playing fields, and competitive play.

Record details

ISBN: 0756662958 (lib. bdg.)
ISBN: 9780756662950 (lib. bdg.)
ISBN: 075666294X (hc.)
ISBN: 9780756662943 (hc.)
Physical Description: 72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in.) and 1 poster.
Edition: Revised edition.
Publisher: London [England] ; DK, 2010.

Content descriptions

General Note:

At head of title: Eyewitness.

"Discover the inside story of soccer-- from the origins of the game to the latest World Cup finals"--Cover.

Includes index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Global game -- History of soccer -- Laws of the game -- Referee -- Field -- Soccer skills -- Goalkeeper -- Tactics -- Injury time -- Soccer balls -- Soccer cleats -- Soccer outfits -- Accessories -- Famous players -- Medals and caps -- Famous clubs -- Fans -- Game day -- Stadium -- World Cup -- Cups and trophies -- Playing the game -- Memorabilia -- Business of soccer -- Science of soccer -- Did you know? -- Who's who? -- World Cup wonders -- Soccer playing nations -- Find out more.