{"product_id":"9788496457867","title":"Goodbye to football","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGoodbye to Football\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn original and lucid exploration of the world of football, narrated in ninety texts that, like the minutes of a match, combine passion, intelligence, and humor. The author intertwines personal anecdotes with reflections on literature, culture, and society, offering a unique perspective that captivates both the sports fan and the discerning reader. A feast of words and balls where Maradona, Borges, PlayStation, and Mallarmé coexist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is structured like a football match divided into two halves, with ninety short texts corresponding to each minute of play. Through this original structure, the protagonist unfolds his particular vision of the footballing world, peppered with literary, cultural, and philosophical references. Topics covered range from the greatness of legendary players to their fall into oblivion, the controversy over the origin of foosball, the media impact of the \"beautiful game,\" and the need to maintain distance between idols and their followers. The work moves with sharpness between nostalgia, criticism, and the celebration of a phenomenon that the author considers an authentic dramatic genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe intersection between football and high culture, with references to Borges, Bioy Casares, and Mallarmé.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe mythologizing and subsequent decline of sports heroes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe media and social impact of contemporary football.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePersonal and collective memory linked to players, teams, and iconic moments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFootball as a spectacle, ritual, and dramatic genre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at readers passionate about football who are looking for a deeper, more literary reflection on the sport, as well as literature lovers interested in an original and cultured look at a popular phenomenon. It will also be attractive to those who enjoy intelligent prose, subtle humor, and unexpected connections between seemingly disparate disciplines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA novel perspective that merges football passion with literary erudition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn original narrative structure that imitates the rhythm and excitement of a match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSharp and amusing reflections on sports culture and its myths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA polished and accessible writing style that invites rereading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Magrelli, Valerio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Xordica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY FICTION, SPORTS AND OUTDOOR RECREATION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: CARRACHINAS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: October 2013\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 128\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 187 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoodbye to Football is a unique proposal that succeeds in bridging two often distant worlds: that of quality literature and that of popular culture. Its author demonstrates a profound knowledge of both sport and letters, offering a text that, without losing rigor, remains enjoyable and surprising. The work is distinguished by its ability to make the reader reflect while being entertained, making it a highly recommended read for those looking for something more than a standard sports chronicle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"XORDICA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53407298224475,"sku":"9788496457867","price":13.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849645786.jpg?v=1781851948","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788496457867","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}