The World Cup

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From the inaugural games in 1930 through the last championship in 2014, the World Cup has thrilled and dazzled us every ... (more)

From the inaugural games in 1930 through the last championship in 2014, the World Cup has thrilled and dazzled us every four years. This book captures each Cup event in rich text and colorful charts that are packed with stimulating information. A fun and enjoyable read for all ages who want to learn about the teams and players who made history in the world's most popular sport. (less)

In 'The World Cup, A Very Peculiar History', author David Arscott tackles the big subjects at the heart of the beautiful... (more)

In 'The World Cup, A Very Peculiar History', author David Arscott tackles the big subjects at the heart of the beautiful game, including how the tournament first kicked off, the dirty tactics used throughout the years and the most memorable managers in the history of football. Filled to the brim with quirky quotes, fantastic facts and surprising statistics, this is the perfect accompaniment to any post-match celebration (or commiseration!) during the season. At its heart 'The World Cup, A Very Peculiar History' is a look at the many amusing, amazing and sometimes alarming stories that lie behind this great sporting tournament. (less)

The World Cup soccer tournament is one of Sports' Greatest Championships! Since the first tournament in 1930, hundreds o... (more)

The World Cup soccer tournament is one of Sports' Greatest Championships! Since the first tournament in 1930, hundreds of thousands of people have followed the 32-team tournament. Now, young readers can learn about the World Cup's history, the famous teams and players, the spectacular goals, and the future of the sport from in their library. Informative sidebars add to the high impact photographs and easy-to-read text, bringing Sports' Greatest Championships to readers of all ages. SportsZone is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. (less)