Scoring Off the Field: Football Culture in Bengal, 1911-80
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Scoring Off the Field: Football Culture in Bengal, 1911-80

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SKU: 9781138044777

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Explore the rich history of football culture in Bengal (1911-1980) with “Scoring Off the Field” by Kausik Bandyopadhyay. Discover how football intertwined with society, politics, and identity, shaping Bengal’s unique sporting landscape. This captivating book (ISBN: 9781138044777) delves into the evolution of fan culture, iconic clubs like Mohun Bagan and East Bengal, and the socio-political impact of the beautiful game.

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  • ISBN-13: 9781138044777
  • Publisher: Routledge (Manohar)
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Language: English
  • Width: 139.99972 mm
  • ISBN-10: 1138044776
  • Publisher Date: 01-Jan-17
  • Height: 19.99996 mm
  • Weight: 393.9999997 gr

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Weight 0.5 kg

14 reviews for Scoring Off the Field: Football Culture in Bengal, 1911-80

  1. Vilvanathan T –

    Interesting insights into the social context of football in Bengal. The writing could have been more lively, but the research is solid.

  2. Vedika Chaudhary –

    Offers great historical context, a few more personal anecdotes could have made it more appealing.

  3. Aaditya Raj Jain –

    A decent read about Bengal’s football history. Some parts were fascinating, but others felt a bit dry. Overall, an informative but not always engaging experience.

  4. Adarsh Sahu –

    The author successfully captures the atmosphere of the era. A worthwhile read for serious football scholars.

  5. Kumari Shweta –

    A well-researched book that sheds light on a unique aspect of Indian football. Highly recommend it to history buffs.

  6. Anubhav Singh –

    I enjoyed learning about the cultural impact of football in Bengal. However, a glossary of Bengali terms would have been helpful.

  7. Gautam Garg –

    I appreciated the exploration of the socio-political dimensions of football in Bengal. Thought-provoking read!

  8. Sanskriti Bhatnagar –

    The book provides a comprehensive overview, but it occasionally gets bogged down in details. Still, a valuable contribution.

  9. Onkar Pandey –

    A must-read for any football fanatic interested in the history of the sport in India. I loved learning about the iconic clubs!

  10. Himanshu Raj –

    While informative, the book sometimes assumes prior knowledge. Newcomers to the topic might find it challenging.

  11. Jitender –

    Provides a detailed account, at times it felt repetitive.

  12. Jinendra –

    The book was insightful, I felt the structure could have been better organized for a more immersive reading experience.

  13. Rajdeep Saha –

    An amazing, in-depth exploration of Bengal’s love for football. A definite recommendation!

  14. Manisha Kumari –

    A good overview, but somewhat academic in tone.

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