The Game of Our Lives: The Meaning And Making Of English Football

The Game of Our Lives by David Goldblatt is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the impact of football on British culture and society.

This award-winning book delves into the ways in which football has become an integral part of our lives, shaping our aspirations and attitudes in both positive and negative ways.

With a focus on the last two decades, Goldblatt examines how football has evolved from a peripheral sport to a central aspect of British popular culture. Through engaging storytelling and in-depth analysis, Goldblatt reveals how football reflects and shapes the economic, social, and political changes of the post-Thatcherite era.

This must-read book for football fans and anyone interested in British history will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the power of football to shape our lives.