Description
50 illustrated stories of Spanish football
Book summary
A visual and narrative journey through the memory of Spanish football through 50 illustrated stories. The author, Pablo Ríos, combines his talent as a writer and illustrator to offer a work that captures the essence of the beautiful game in Spain. From fantasy goals and agonizing victories to memorable defeats, each story is steeped in humor and nostalgia, making this book a unique tribute to the nation's football culture.
What is it about?
The work traverses the history of Spanish football by selecting 50 moments, anecdotes, and characters that have defined the sport in the country. Each story is presented with agile text and an original illustration, creating an accessible and entertaining format. The book covers everything from legendary episodes to lesser-known curiosities, always with a tone that mixes a fan's passion with the author's humor. It is not a statistical manual, but a collection of stories that celebrate the emotion, the epic, and the humanity of football.
Main themes
- Historic moments in Spanish football of all time.
- Anecdotes and curiosities with a humorous and nostalgic approach.
- Football culture as an element of identity and collective memory.
- Football as a source of human stories, beyond the sporting result.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at football fans who enjoy reliving the history of the sport from an enjoyable and visual perspective. It is also ideal for readers interested in comics and graphic novels, as well as those looking for an original gift for followers of Spanish football. Due to its light format and accessible tone, it is attractive to both young people and nostalgic adults.
What this book offers
- A unique and visual journey through the history of Spanish football, easy to read and enjoy.
- A humorous and human perspective that goes beyond data and statistics.
- Content ideal for sharing and commenting among fans, generating conversation and memories.
- A work that combines the pleasure of reading with that of illustration, offering a complete aesthetic experience.
Technical specifications
- Author: Ríos, Pablo
- Publisher: Córner
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: GRAPHIC NOVELS, FOOTBALL
- Collection: CORNER
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: November 2019
- Number of pages: 112
- Weight: 316 g
Editorial review
This is an original proposal within the genre of football books, which opts for narrative and graphic quality over encyclopedic data. Pablo Ríos' work manages to connect with the reader through humor and emotion, offering content that is devoured in a short time but leaves a lasting memory. It is a wise choice for those looking for light, visually attractive reading with a strong nostalgic and playful component.