Biographies

Whether you call it soccer or football, the world’s most popular game has some of the most unbelievable moments in sporting history!

There are more than 3.5 billion soccer fans in the world. Some love to play, some passionately follow their team, and others live for the game. Even non-soccer fans can get caught up in the big games.

But what about the things we don’t hear about? Or worse, what about epic soccer moments that have been forgotten? It’s not all been trophies and celebrations!

Ever since “rugby football” got split into two games and the first Football Association was created, the interest in soccer has grown into a global phenomenon.

Today we are lucky, we can watch the game live almost anywhere, with amazing technology, replays, and shots from all angles.

Imagine having to wait days for the film of a game to be shipped to your country to be able to see it. Imagine the grief the referees got when they missed something that would now be impossible.

The latest World Cup is fresh in our minds. Few know who won the first-ever world cup. Not many know how red and yellow cards came about after one of the most brutal games played.

Soccer fans now have the chance to find out what has made this game so great over the decades.

In this book of extremes, you will discover:

Who needed 12 operations in 10 days after possibly the worst soccer injury in historyHow world wars impacted soccer, from team bans to mini world cups, boycotts, and a series of “friendly” games that ended in chaosWhat it looks like to play a 49-goal shootoutThe player whose transfer fee was 2 tons of pork and beefThe country who brought the Maracana stadium to silence with their second world cup winExactly how far women have come in the world of soccer since their first world cup in 1991The strange event that killed an entire team on the field without injuring a single player from the other teamThe game where passports wouldn’t be returned if players lostWhat happened when fog covered the pitch to the extent that the referees couldn’t see 2 tragedies that took the lives of dozens of fans but led the the “Greatest Story Ever Told” in soccer

And much more.

It’s impossible to name the greatest player or the greatest game ever. There is no way to know at what point soccer become the most popular sport in the world.

Here you have 25 examples from the last century that will help you to understand the legends, the history, the passion, and more importantly, the lessons learned along the way!

If you can’t wait to expand your soccer knowledge, then scroll up and click the “Add to Cart” button right now.

From the Publisher

Unbelievable Stories

Jump into the rich history of soccer and discover how packed full it is with heated moments, strange occurrences, and brilliant outcomes. Even armed with the facts, these stories will leave you in disbelief. You’ll never view soccer the same way after reading this book.

Tragic Events on the Field

As every sports fan knows, things aren’t always bright and cheery on the field – and soccer is no exception. You’ll want to keep turning pages once you dive into stories of chaos, high risk, and mysterious deaths. Stories like these keep the game invigorating beyond the playing field.

For Truly Passionate Soccer Fans

If you enjoy soccer’s subtle details that others seldom notice or appreciate, this book is for you. It’s for the fans who aren’t afraid to explore the sport’s raw truth and intensity. You’ll learn things about players, teams, and events that will become some of your most cherished parts of the game.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0BW3418ND
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (February 26, 2023)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 206 pages
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8378717453
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.1 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.52 x 8.5 inches

A Game of Extremes: 25 Exceptional Baseball Stories about the Myths and Legend from on and off the Field.

The game of baseball goes far deeper than balls, strikes, and homeruns. Every player has a story, from the roller coaster ride of getting to the major leagues to their play on and off the field. Those stories range from the hysterical to the historic to the heroic.

Famous players like Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, and Ty Cobb can appear larger than life, but they are human. In A Game of Extremes, you’ll find the quirks and the drama from the not-so-obvious side of baseball and grow your love of the game and the characters in the sport.

These 25 incredible short stories talk of triumph and adversity, chaos and comedy. They cover past to present for those stars in the limelight and those underdogs who fly under the radar. It looks at rules that twist the game in funny ways, rarities, and lunacy.

Learn about:

An unusual player who demanded 10 Tons of Guacamole and a Samurai Sword be written into his contract.A mythical pitcher who was the inspiration for a movie character and an April Fools joke that duped the nation.The trickster who stole first base, forever leaving his mark on baseball with a new official rule written just for him.Advice for living a long, healthy life from a player who stayed young through a career that spanned five decades before his Hall of Fame induction.The real effects of drugs, drinking, and PEDs on players, including the experience of one pitcher who accidentally pitched an entire game on LSD.A player born on Friday the 13th to later die on April Fools and how he rose against adversity to hold a place in the Hall of Fame.The wisdom of every Yogi in baseball with quotes and stories from the player’s mouths that fill every chapter.

Whether you’re a baseball fanatic or just someone who enjoys the legend and lore of the game, A Game of Extremes won’t disappoint you. It has new twists on old stories and stories you’ve never heard. It is a baseball salad direct from the green fields of Summer. Experience the true spirit of the game, the diversity, richness, and surprises as you turn each page.

To find out what separates these extraordinary baseball stories from the rest and uncover the truth behind some of the game’s most famous and infamous players. Just scroll up and click the “Add to Cart” button to feast on this entertaining experience now.

From the Publisher

It’s More Than “Just Baseball”

A Game of Extremes is much more than your usual accounts about baseball. It’s a deep dive into the thrill, drama, and incredible heroes that emerge in such a complex sport. You’ll be pulled in and taken through unusual contract requests, one player’s unique reputation, and the secret weapon a player used to pitch perfect games.

Page-turning Tales

You’ll be taken on a journey through twenty-five riveting stories, each with its own twists and turns, sure to keep you on your feet. With each turn of the page, you’ll be wanting to hear more about players like George “Rube” Waddell, Bill “Spaceman” Lee, and Ty Cobb.

For Devoted Lovers of Baseball

This book is for the hardcore fans who thrive on more than stats and names of players. It’s for those who crave a deeper look into the historic stories of the sport’s greatest heroes. If you’re looking for the wildest accounts that reveal more behind the best in the game, this book is one you’ll need to add to your lineup.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09PMFYC54
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (December 30, 2021)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 240 pages
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8796900833
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 10.9 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.6 x 8.5 inches