Football Lexicon

Football Lexicon

by David Woodhouse (Author), David Woodhouse (Author), John Leigh (Author)

Synopsis

This title, written by David Woodhouse and John Leigh, provides an A to Z of the language of football, with over 800 examples of the set phrases we use to talk and write about the beautiful game.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 208
Edition: Main
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Published: 01 Jun 2006

ISBN 10: 0571230520
ISBN 13: 9780571230525
Book Overview: Football Lexicon by John Leigh and David Woodhouse provides the fascinating story behind every stock phrase in football, from schoolboy howler to a Wednesday night in Rochdale.

Media Reviews
'For the first time - the complete lexicon of football cliches.' The Times 'Absolutely brilliant.' Adrian Chiles 'Spot on.' Hunter Davies
Author Bio
John Leigh and David Woodhouse met at Cambridge University, respectively writing doctorates on Voltaire and Byron. Leigh stayed in Cambridge, where he is now a fellow at Fitzwilliam, while Woodhouse manages other people's money in the City. Other outings include Racing Lexicon.