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Ajax, The Dutch, The War

Football in Europe During the Second World War

(Autor) Simon Kuper
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Simon Kuper looks at the lives of footballers who played for the Dutch football club Ajax, the officials and the ordinary fans during the Second World War. The result is a controversial account which challenges the accepted notion on the war in occupied Europe.

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Editorial:
Orion Publishing Co
Formato:
Paperback
Número de páginas:
None
Idioma:
en
ISBN:
9781409136477
Año de publicación:
2011
Fecha publicación:
21 de Julio de 2011

Simon Kuper

Simon Kuper is a British author and journalist known for his insightful sports writing and cultural commentary. His most notable works include "Soccernomics" and "Football Against the Enemy", in which he explores the intersection of soccer, politics, and society. Kuper's writing style is characterized by a blend of data-driven analysis and personal anecdotes, providing readers with a unique perspective on the world of sports. His contributions to literature include shedding light on the social and political significance of sports, as well as challenging conventional wisdom in the field. "Soccernomics" stands out as his most famous work, offering a fresh take on the economics and statistics behind the beautiful game. Kuper's impact on the literary genre of sports writing is undeniable, as he continues to inspire readers and fellow writers with his thought-provoking and engaging work.

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