John O. (buzzby) -
Helpful Score: 2
The author took leave from his day job to travel around the world watching soccer matches. Of course he had to attempt to write a semi-profound book. There's some interesting stories, but tying them to globalization is a stretch.
Meg C. (maggiethecat) reviewed How Soccer Explains the World: An Unlikely Theory of Globalization on + 23 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
The book was just okay, which disappointed me a bit. While it was an interesting look at a game to which most Americans pay little attention, the arguments could have been made by anyone with even the slightest knowledge and understanding of international affairs.
Dave L. reviewed How Soccer Explains the World: An Unlikely Theory of Globalization on + 43 more book reviews
I great read with lots of excellent examples, even for those of us who don't get soccer...lol. Overall, the book isn't as effective in explaining globalization as I would have expected, mainly b/c it doesn't 'close the loop' but overall, I enjoyed the analogies and would definitely recommend this to others.
Great book. Interesting travels and stories.
Kelsey N. (knooms) reviewed How Soccer Explains the World: An Unlikely Theory of Globalization on + 4 more book reviews
Great book with funny anecdotes and so many interesting encounters. Highly recommend for any soccer fan!
