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The Beautiful History charts the fascinating story of Britain through football club badges. From Premier League giants to non-league sides, it features over 100 clubs, with each badge coming alive to reveal the story behind it, whilst also giving events in history an exciting and engaging twist, as it takes you on a footballing journey from the dinosaurs to the digital age. What does Colchester United's eagle tell us about Roman Britain? Why do the badges of three football clubs feature the Mayflower, the ship on which the Pilgrim Fathers set sail for the New World? Why does the Norwich City canary celebrate 16th-century refugees, and which team honours the Battle of Britain and why? The Beautiful History holds all the answers and links football to key dates like 1066 and 1588, with tales that are often surprising, quirky or laugh-out-loud funny. An engaging, informative and fun book for fans of all ages, it includes activities, places to visit, a football timeline and quiz.



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"Intriguing micro-histories... joyfully bringing [football club badges] to life. The Beautiful History succeeds in its game plan, presenting a richly illustrated whistle-stop tour without ever wandering out of position."

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The Beautiful History: Football Club Badges Tell

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      Publisher Pitch Publishing
      Imprint Pitch Publishing Ltd
      Published 16 August 2021
      ISBN-13 9781785317927
      978-1785317927
      ISBN-10 178531792X
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      Cultural studies: customs and traditions Sport Association football (Soccer)

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      The Beautiful History charts the fascinating story of Britain through football club badges. From Premier League giants to non-league sides, it features over 100 clubs, with each badge coming alive to reveal the story behind it, whilst also giving events in history an exciting and engaging twist, as it takes you on a footballing journey from the dinosaurs to the digital age. What does Colchester United's eagle tell us about Roman Britain? Why do the badges of three football clubs feature the Mayflower, the ship on which the Pilgrim Fathers set sail for the New World? Why does the Norwich City canary celebrate 16th-century refugees, and which team honours the Battle of Britain and why? The Beautiful History holds all the answers and links football to key dates like 1066 and 1588, with tales that are often surprising, quirky or laugh-out-loud funny. An engaging, informative and fun book for fans of all ages, it includes activities, places to visit, a football timeline and quiz.



      Trade Review

      "Intriguing micro-histories... joyfully bringing [football club badges] to life. The Beautiful History succeeds in its game plan, presenting a richly illustrated whistle-stop tour without ever wandering out of position."

      * EYE Magazine *

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