An ethnography of English football fans

Cans, cops and carnivals

Autori

• Geoff Pearson

Parametri

• 216 pagine
• 8 ore di lettura

• Etnografia

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This ethnographic study delves into the lives of English football fans who passionately travel to support their team, both at home and away matches. Drawing on sixteen years of participant observation, it provides an in-depth exploration of the culture, rituals, and social dynamics within the fan community. The narrative captures the emotional highs and lows of fandom, revealing how these experiences shape identity and belonging among supporters. Through vivid anecdotes and analysis, the book highlights the significance of football in contemporary English society.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2013

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