{"product_id":"9788415726180","title":"Isco","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIsco\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis authorized biography of Francisco Román Alarcón Suárez, known worldwide as Isco, chronicles the meteoric rise of a talent forged on the streets. From his beginnings in the small square of Arroyo de la Miel to becoming the 2012 Golden Boy and one of the great prospects of Real Madrid and the Spanish national team, journalist Alberto Rubio reconstructs the milestones, difficulties, and key decisions that defined his career. An intimate and detailed portrait of a footballer who, despite the obstacles, managed to win over the demanding public of the Santiago Bernabéu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book follows Isco’s trajectory from his childhood, when he already stood out by facing older boys in his neighborhood in Malaga. It pauses on his time at Valencia, where he was on the verge of quitting due to homesickness, and his definitive breakthrough at Málaga. The work covers the moment Real Madrid, who initially ruled him out due to his physique, set their sights on him, and how Zinedine Zidane was key in his decision to reject Manchester City. Through testimonials from loved ones and teammates, such as Joaquín Sánchez, it explores his personality and playing style, described as that of an artist with the ball. The narrative culminates with his coronation as Golden Boy and his promising start at the white club.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSports biography of Isco, focused on his development and rise to the elite level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eStreet football as a school for talent and creativity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOvercoming physical and emotional obstacles on the professional path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe role of personal decisions and mentors (such as Zidane) in a career.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePressure and expectations at a club of Real Madrid's magnitude.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor football fans who want to know in depth the story of one of the most unique talents of the last decade. Especially recommended for followers of Real Madrid, Málaga CF, and the Spanish national team, as well as for readers interested in sports biographies that show the human side of footballers, beyond the headlines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book contributes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA detailed and documented account of Isco's career, from his origins to his arrival at Real Madrid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAnecdotes and testimonials from close associates that reveal his character and development process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eContext on the dynamics of grassroots football and decision-making in high-performance sports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA vision of football as an art form, through comparisons with bullfighting figures and the technique of great players.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Rubio, Alberto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Al Poste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: Biography and true stories, Biography: general, Diaries, letters and journals, Biography collection, Memoirs, True stories, Sports and outdoor recreation, Football\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: Football Sports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Other\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: October 2013\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 208\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 380 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA biography that more than fulfills its objective of portraying the origins and rapid projection of a footballer who marked an era. Alberto Rubio strikes a balance between sports reporting and a human profile, offering an agile and revealing read. For the reader interested in Spanish football of the 2010s, this book is a valuable document that captures the essence of a player who was always, as his inner circle says, \"destined for greatness.\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AL POSTE EDICIONES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53406750441819,"sku":"9788415726180","price":17.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841572618.jpg?v=1781840113","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788415726180","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}