August 9, 2011
Soccer And Philosophy Ted Richards
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Soccer and Philosophy: Beautiful Thoughts on the Beautiful Game (Popular Culture and Philosophy) $13.70 This collection of incisive articles gives a leading team of international philosophers a free kick toward exploring the complex and often hidden contours of the world of soccer. What does it really mean to be a fan (and why should we count Aristotle as one)? Why do great players such as Cristiano Ronaldo count as great artists (up there alongside Picasso, one author argues)? From the ethics of re… |
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Burroughs’ Bookshelf.(Book review): An article from: Reviewer’s Bookwatch $9.95 This digital document is an article from Reviewer’s Bookwatch, published by Midwest Book Review on July 1, 2010. The length of the article is 877 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.Citation DetailsTitle: Burroughs’ Bookshelf.(Book review)Aut… |
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The Sports Shelf.(Book review): An article from: Internet Bookwatch $9.95 This digital document is an article from Internet Bookwatch, published by Midwest Book Review on August 1, 2010. The length of the article is 710 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.Citation DetailsTitle: The Sports Shelf.(Book review)Author:… |
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Soccer and Philosophy by Richards, Ted Edition , 0 $21.49 Soccer is inside me—it’s part of who I am. It’s a window into lives all around the world. Soccer and Philosophy is a passionate exploration of the meaning of soccer seen through the eyes of some of the greatest thinkers. Whether you’re a player, a coach, a soccer mom, a referee, or a fan, this is a must read book.—ETHAN ZOHN, Winner of Survivor: Africa and co-founder of Grassroot SoccerTed Richards, the Special One of philosophy, has assembled a dream team for this volume. Combining the defensive tenacity of the Italians with the precision teamwork of the Germans and the individual brilliance of the Brazilians, the authors offer total philosophy. Soccer and Philosophy is the best thinking person’s guide to the Beautiful Game.—ALAN RICHARDSON, Stoke City supporter and Professor of Philosophy, University of Encish ColumbiaA soccer book like no other! At last we know which team Nietzsche would have supported, and why people care so much about the sport. This book is a delight, and it taught me more philosophy than I learned in my entire time at university.—SIMON KUPER, co-author of SoccernomicsSoccer and Philosophy captures the essence of our wonderful sport, its transcendental qualities, and explains why we care so deeply and maddeningly about twenty-two players and a ball.—STEVEN GOFF, Washington PostWhat does Plato have to do with Pele? How is Ronaldo like Picasso? What makes a team truly great? Soccer and Philosophy will help you understand and enjoy the sport in deeper ways, whether you’re a casual fan or a true futbol fanatic.—MICHAEL W. AUSTIN, Kansas City Wizards fan and editor of Football and Philosophy: Going DeepA fascinating and insightful read for thoughtful fans of the Beautiful Game. If you want to delve deeper into the inner workings of the world’s most popular sport, Soccer and Philosophy is a must have.—NICK WEBSTER, commentator for Fox Soccer Channel and host of Fox Football Fone-InThis volume will be enjoyed by those who have a passion for philosophy or football or both. Its distinctions and judgments will also be argued with endlessly. I got a great kick out of Soccer and Philosophy.—ERIC SCHLIESSER, supporter of AFC Ajax and Holland, and Professor of Philosophy, Ghent University |
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