{"product_id":"9781835874868","title":"The World Cup: A Very Peculiar History","description":"\u003cp\u003e Author(s): David, Arscott, \u003cbr\u003e Binding: Hardback, \u003cbr\u003e Date of Publication: 23\/04\/2026,\u003cbr\u003e Pagination: 192 pages,\u003cbr\u003e ISBN13\\EAN\\SKU: 9781835874868,\u003cbr\u003e Description: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe World Cup: A Very Peculiar History tells the fascinating, funny and sometimes outrageous story of the world's most popular sporting event. From the tournament's founding and political controversies to heroic players, bizarre matches and unforgettable goals, this book explores how football became a truly global obsession.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith lively writing, cartoon-style artwork and curious stats on everything from 'The Hand of God' to the dirtiest matches ever played, it's a perfect mix of history and humour for football fans young and old.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Griffin Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56875623317877,"sku":"9781835874868","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0379\/1365\/7388\/files\/9781835874868.jpg?v=1772788706","url":"https:\/\/www.griffinbooksonline.co.uk\/products\/9781835874868","provider":"Griffin Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}