From the publisher:
Every language has its sports-related phrases: in English one communicates through metaphors originating in boxing, horse-racing, cricket and even fencing. Why do Argentinians almost exclusively express themselves through football?
Dame Bola takes us on a journey through the many intriguing words, phrases and concepts used by Argentinians not only in their football but also in everyday society. The book explores identity and the inextricable link between football and life.
Enjoy a deep dive into the cultural, historical and linguistic context of football terminology and the concepts unique to the Argentinian beautiful – and sometimes not so beautiful – game.
The author:
Half-English, half-Norwegian, Christopher Hylland grew up in England before regularly moving between Norway and the UK. In 2013, he moved to Argentina with a further two years in Perú and Colombia, travelling across the South American continent on his way. Having spent significant time in Buenos Aires, Hylland is well placed to delve deep into Argentinian language, culture and identity. This is his second book.
Message from Stanchion:
This is a preorder. The book is published on 6 January 2025, so it will be dispatched as close to this date as possible.
All preorders will come with author-signed bookplate.
Please allow up to 7 days after publication date for dispatch to account for any issues with delivery from the publisher. Please see our website for details on shipping times.
If ordered with other item(s), the order will be shipped as one package when Dame Bola is ready to be dispatched. They will be not be sent separately.
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