Description
Poetry and Kicks
Book Summary
In "Poetry and Kicks," Miguel Ángel Ortiz traces a fascinating journey through the hundred-year relationship between soccer and literature. Through an enjoyable and well-documented account, the author explores how the beautiful game has inspired poets, writers, and thinkers, and how, in turn, the written word has managed to capture the epic nature, emotion, and rawness of soccer. An essential essay for those who seek to understand soccer beyond the scoreboard, as a first-rate cultural and artistic phenomenon.
What is it about?
The book delves into the commemoration of a century of dialogue between two apparently opposite worlds: lyricism and sport. Ortiz does not limit himself to listing soccer mentions in poetry; rather, he constructs a narrative that shows how soccer has been a muse, a metaphor, and a stage for literary creation. From the first avant-garde movements to the present day, the author dissects the work of authors who have turned stadiums into verses and kicks into metaphors for the human condition, offering a comprehensive vision of this cultural symbiosis.
Main themes
- The historical intersection between literature and soccer as cultural expressions.
- Soccer as a source of poetic and narrative inspiration throughout the 20th and 21st centuries.
- Analysis of the work of poets and writers who have addressed the sport in their texts.
- The evolution of the perception of soccer in the intellectual and artistic spheres.
- The language and aesthetics of soccer as raw material for literary creation.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at soccer fans who wish to explore its cultural and artistic dimension beyond the sporting result. It is also for readers interested in literature, poetry, and cultural studies who want to discover a little-explored thematic field. It is an ideal work for those looking for a rigorous yet accessible essay that connects two passions with an approachable and documented style.
What this book contributes
- A unique perspective that unites two seemingly disparate disciplines: poetry and sport.
- A historical and literary journey that contextualizes the presence of soccer in written culture.
- Keys to understanding soccer as an aesthetic and narrative phenomenon, not just a competitive one.
- An analysis that enriches the appreciation of both soccer and poetry.
Technical specifications
- Author: Ortiz, Miguel Ángel
- Publisher: Córner
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: POETRY, LITERARY STUDIES: GENERAL, SOCCER
- Collection: CORNER
- Binding: Paperback
- Edition date: February 2019
- Number of pages: 304
- Weight: 460 g
Editorial review
"Poetry and Kicks" is an essay that succeeds in building a solid bridge between two universes that have often viewed each other with suspicion. Miguel Ángel Ortiz demonstrates deep knowledge of the subject and a narrative ability that makes for a fluid and engaging read. For readers interested in contemporary culture, this book offers an original and well-founded look that invites reflection on the place of soccer in the history of ideas and artistic creation.