num_pages: 416
description: Through the lens of Brazil's trademark sport, reporter Alex Bellos brings us a fascinating portrait of Brazilian identity.When Brazil won the World Cup in 2002, the secret was out: the Brazilian soccer team is one of the modern wonders of the world. In this fascinating portrait of Brazilian identity, Alex Bellos brings to life not just a sport, but an entire country. With an unerring eye for a good story and a marvelous ear for the voices of the people he meets, Alex Bellos uncovers what Ronaldo called the "true truth" about Brazilian soccer.
language: English
title: Futebol: The Brazilian Way of Life
titlecomplete: Futebol: The Brazilian Way of Life
genres: Cultural, Brazil, Football, Soccer, Nonfiction, Sports, Travel, History
ratings_count: 1762
publisher: Bloomsbury USA