Soccerwomen

Name: Soccerwomen
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781568589213
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The Icons, Rebels, Stars, and Trailblazers Who Transformed the Beautiful Game

By Gemma Clarke

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Soccerwomen by Gemma Clarke offers a captivating exploration of women's football, delving into the stories of trailblazing female athletes who have shaped the sport. The narrative examines their struggles and triumphs, highlighting the determination and passion that have driven the rise of women's football globally. Through insightful interviews and rich storytelling, the book celebrates the remarkable achievements and enduring spirit of women in the game.
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You might enjoy this compelling read if you're fascinated by the inspiring journeys of women who have shaped the world of football. It explores the challenges, triumphs, and groundbreaking achievements of female players across the globe, making it perfect for football enthusiasts and those interested in stories of perseverance and empowerment.

Soccerwomen

Bold and inspiring profiles of the pioneers, champions and future heroines of women's soccer around the world.

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Women's soccer has come a long way. The first organized games on record—which took place three hundred years ago in the Scottish Highlands—were exhibition matches, where single women played against married women while available men looked on, seeking a potential mate.

Today, champions like Mia Hamm, Abby Wambach, Brazil's Marta, and China's Sun Wen have inspired girls around the world to pick up the beautiful game for love of the sport. Inevitably, given the hardships and discrimination they face, women who play soccer professionally are so much more than elite athletes. They are survivors, campaigners, political advocates, feminists, LGBTQ activists, working mums, staunch opponents of racial discrimination, and inspirational role models for many.

Based on original interviews with over 50 current and former players and coaches, Soccerwomen celebrates these remarkable women and their achievements against all odds.

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Soccerwomen by Gemma Clarke is praised for its detailed and passionate exploration of the history and development of women's soccer. Reviewers highlight its rich storytelling and personal anecdotes that bring to life the challenges faced by female footballers and their triumphs over adversity. The book is applauded for providing a comprehensive account of women's soccer, addressing themes of discrimination, perseverance, and the fight for equality, while showcasing the sport's unsung heroes and legends. It is described as an inspiring and important work that not only honours past achievements but also encourages future generations to pursue their passions despite obstacles.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781568589213

Publisher: Bold Type Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 May 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Bold Type Books

Illustration: 15 Illustrations, black & white

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 150.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 480g

Pages: 368

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Biography & Memoir Education & Reference Gemma Clarke Non-Fiction Soccer Sports Sports Biographies

About the Author

Gemma Clarke is a British sports journalist based in the US. She has written about soccer for The Guardian, The Observer, The Times (UK), the Daily Telegraphand the London Evening Standard. She was writer and editor of the League Leader and the first female publications editor for a Premier League soccer club. She wrote minute-by-minute reports on the FIFA Men's World Cup for The Guardian online, as well as reporting on the Women's European Championships and the Men's Blind World Cup. She worked as a production assistant at Sky Sports News and as a stringer for the sports news agency Hayters Teamwork.