{"product_id":"9788412883145","title":"ATHLETICLANDIA","description":"\u003ch2\u003eATHLETICLANDIA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is an invitation to discover Athletic Club beyond the pitch, exploring its history, its symbols, and its deep connection with Bilbao and Bizkaia. Aingeru Herrera and Carlos Ranedo guide the reader on a fascinating journey that travels from the first ball that arrived via the estuary to the legends that inhabit the collective memory. A work that proves the red-and-white club is much more than a football team: it is a cultural, social, and emotional phenomenon that transcends generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAthleticlandia explores the identity of Athletic Club as a universe of its own, where every element holds meaning. The book dissects the club's history through its most iconic milestones: the barge that sails the estuary during celebrations, the giant arch of San Mamés, the bouquet of flowers for \"Pichichi,\" and the devotion to the Virgin of Begoña. But it goes further, delving into how Athletic has permeated popular culture: it appears in films, books, plays, in a painting by Lola Flores, and in songs by a band formed by footballers. The work also reflects on the stadium, built on the foundations of the previous one, as a metaphor for an infinite thread that connects parents with daughters and grandmothers with grandsons, weaving a community that transcends time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistory and evolution of Athletic Club from its origins to the present day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe symbiotic relationship between the club, the city of Bilbao, and its social and cultural environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe symbols and rituals that define the \"athleticzale\" identity, such as the barge, the arch, and the traditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe influence of Athletic Club on Basque and Spanish art, music, cinema, and literature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe concept of belonging and generational transmission of the red-and-white fandom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at anyone interested in the history of Athletic Club, especially fans who wish to understand the club's cultural and emotional dimension. It will also be attractive to readers curious about the local history of Bilbao and Bizkaia, as well as those who study the phenomenon of sports clubs as agents of collective identity. It is an ideal read both for those who already know the \"athleticzale\" universe and for those who want to discover it from a broader perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA complete and documented vision of the symbols, traditions, and key moments that have forged the identity of Athletic Club.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA cultural perspective that shows how the club has influenced various artistic and social manifestations throughout its history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA reflection on the feeling of belonging and the transmission of fandom across generations, connecting past, present, and future.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn enjoyable and accessible journey that combines historical rigor with an intimate and evocative tone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: HERRERA, AINGERU; RANEDO, CARLOS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: EL GALLO DE ORO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: History, Bilbao local history, Sports and outdoor recreation, Sports teams and clubs, Ball games, Football\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: SER DE BILBAO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: October 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 380\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 200 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAthleticlandia stands out as a unique work within the genre of books about football clubs, prioritizing the cultural and symbolic dimension over a mere sports chronicle. The proposal by Herrera and Ranedo is attractive to an audience that seeks to understand Athletic Club as an identity phenomenon deeply rooted in its territory. The book succeeds in balancing historical rigor with an accessible narrative, offering a read that may interest both the lifelong fan and the newcomer to this universe. Its focus on generational transmission and the connection between the club and artistic expressions gives it a differential value compared to other similar publications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EL GALLO DE ORO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405671293275,"sku":"9788412883145","price":29.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841288314.jpg?v=1781829674","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788412883145","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}