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The captivating story of football told as never before, through 100 amazing objects collected from its rich history. What do a Paul Gascoigne puppet, the 1895 British Ladies’ kit, John Motson’s coat, an inflatable unicorn, or the 1966 World Cup Final ball tell us about the...
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The Story of Football in 100 Objects
The captivating story of football told through 100 amazing objects collected from its rich history – a must-read for any football fan
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The captivating story of football told as never before, through 100 amazing objects collected from its rich history.
What do a Paul Gascoigne puppet, the 1895 British Ladies’ kit, John Motson’s coat, an inflatable unicorn, or the 1966 World Cup Final ball tell us about the beautiful game?
Carefully selected from the unique archive of Manchester’s National Football Museum, these and many other artefacts give an amazing account of football itself, but also of the clubs, players, and fans at all levels. They take us inside moments of high drama, crushing heartbreak, and euphoric success, and together reflect a diverse, inclusive, and surprising vision of the world’s favourite sport.
Perfect for fans of all ages, this compendium of cup glories and bittersweet away-days will appeal to anyone with a love of the game.
The Story of Football in 100 Objects offers a unique perspective on the sport, showcasing the diverse and unexpected aspects that have played a role in its evolution.
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ISBN: 9780008729141
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 25 September 2025
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: HarperNorth
Illustration: 100 col illus
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 23.0mm
Width: 162.0mm
Height: 240.0mm
Weight: 880g
Pages: 320
About the Author
The National Football Museum is England's national museum of football. It is based in the Urbis building in Manchester city centre, and preserves, conserves and displays important collections of football memorabilia. There are currently over 40,000 items in the Football Heritage collection, which continues to grow, and around 2,500 objects are on display at any one time.
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