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The football World Cup is the biggest sporting competition on Earth - a chance every four years for the greatest players to win international glory, and a month-long media spectacle that's watched by an audience of billions. But the tournament has changed beyond recognition since the inaugural event in Montevideo, Uruguay, in July 1930. What was once a semi-professional meeting beset by haphazard play has evolved to become a game of multinational buyouts, dubious ethics and questionable aims - and the new era of football has much to tell us about the globalised world. Simon Kuper is among the vanishingly small number of writers who have attended every World Cup since 1990. The World at My Feet is his journey to find the heart of football, through the nine tournaments he's experienced first-hand - from watching matches in half-empty stands during Italia 90, a tournament that at times felt like a village fete, to witnessing the French triumph at home in 1998, South Africa's national dream in 2010 and the troubling legacy of Qatar 2022. Told on the pitch and in the stands, and in the pubs, front rooms and on the streets, this is the story of how football has changed the world.

Discover the legendary stories behind the most iconic sneakers and collaborations in history. From trailblazing OG models to groundbreaking partnerships, this book explores the masterpieces of leading brands like Adidas, Nike, Bape, Le Coq Sportif, Puma, Diadora, Saucony, and more.<br/><br/>Marvel at rare grails that every sneakerhead dreams of owning, including the Nike Mag, Nike SB Dunk Low Pro "Paris," Adidas Yeezy Boost 750, Nike Air Max 1 BRS, and the luxurious Louis Vuitton "Jasper."<br/><br/>Guided by Tonton Gibs - creator of the wildly popular Tonton Gib Sneakers channel, with over 21 million views on YouTube - you'll uncover the fascinating history of these legendary pairs. Through exclusive insights from renowned professionals like Hirofumi Kojima and Edson Sabajo, and iconic shops such as Afew Store and Opium Paris, Gibs shares his unparalleled passion for sneakers. Whether you're a collector, a casual fan, or just curious about the culture, this book is your ultimate guide to the mysteries and marvels of the sneaker universe.