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Una mirada novedosa que muestra cómo el Real Madrid sigue revolucionando este deporte.El fútbol vive una auténtica revolución: proliferan los clubes vinculados a Gobiernos o a capital privado; la Premier League impone un dominio financiero sin precedentes; surgen nuevos torneos que saturan un calendario ya al limite; los futbolistas ganan mas por patrocinios y contratos publicitarios que por jugar al futbol, y la explosion de plataformas mediaticas permite a las nuevas generaciones ver y consumir deporte de una manera diferente a todo lo que conociamosEl Real Madrid no es ajeno a este escenario y tiene que reinventarse de manera constante para seguir en la elite. Algo nada facil debido a las cifras mareantes que se manejan en otras ligas, que desequilibran el futbol y alteran sus reglas. ¿Hasta cuando podra mantenerse en lo mas alto? Steven G. Mandis examina y explica como el club esta afrontando todos estos cambios e innova para no perder el lugar privilegiado construido gracias a los titulos, la identidad y una forma unica de entender este deporte y sus valores.Una mirada cercana y privilegiada al equipo de futbol mas legendario del mundo.

De la pizarra al mito: cómo nacen las revoluciones del fútbol. Los equipos, los genios y las ideas que cambiaron para siempre el deporte rey. Un recorrido por las tácticas y partidos que hicieron historia.¿Por que algunos equipos se convierten en leyendas y otros se diluyen en el recuerdo?¿Como un simple ajuste tactico puede modificar el rumbo de un partido?¿Hasta que punto una idea puede transformar la historia del futbol?Pedro Saez desgrana el deporte mas amado del planeta para revelar los secretos de cada gol, de cada sistema y de cada cambio de paradigma sobre el campo; un recorrido por los esquemas y estrategias que marcaron una epoca y una reflexion sobre la genialidad, el fracaso y la belleza del juego. De La Maquina de River al Pep Team de Guardiola, pasando por la Naranja Mecanica o el Inter de Helenio Herrera, este libro analiza las innovaciones que revolucionaron el futbol para siempre: las pizarras imposibles, el falso nueve, los laterales que volaron antes de tiempo y los genios incomprendidos que, sirviendose de creatividad y obsesion, transformaron el caos en orden. Porque detras de cada pase, de cada movimiento y de cada dibujo en una pizarra, late un pensamiento capaz de reinventarlo todo.EN ESTE LIBRO APRENDERAS SOBRE: La Maquina de River Plate, y como puso la primera piedra del juego moderno. El Inter de Herrera, que demostro que defender tambien podia ser un arte. La Naranja Mecanica, capaz de adelantarse a su tiempo y reinventar el futbol antes que nadie. El Milan de Sacchi, que convirtio la tactica en una ciencia exacta. El Barça de Cruyff, y como transformo la posesion en una forma de pensar. El Porto de Mourinho, y su frialdad, capaz de ganar campeonatos. El Barça de Guardiola, como representacion de la perfeccion futbolistica. El instinto de Zidane, que mostro el camino a la eternidad con el Real Madrid.¿Hacia donde se dirige el futbol, cuando parece que ya todo esta inventado?

La primera biografía autorizada de Juanito desvela al hombre tras la camiseta y al mito que ha inspirado a generaciones.Juanito fue talento, carácter, contradicción y verdad, y este libro no se conforma con el icono del minuto siete ni con el estandarte del madridismo eterno: desciende al hombre, al futbolista superdotado, al lider emocional y al ser humano lleno de claroscuros.A partir de documentacion inedita, el testimonio de su hijo y las voces de quienes lo conocieron de verdad, se reconstruye una vida vivida a maxima intensidad, dentro y fuera del campo. Una biografia autorizada, honesta y profundamente humana sobre un jugador irrepetible que pertenece al Real Madrid, al futbol y a la memoria colectiva. Porque Juanito no se explica: se siente.

El mejor libro sobre Roger Federer, el último genio del tenis La historia definitiva de un campeón perfecto La biografía imprescindible del hombre que cambió para siempre el tenisRoger Federer, el tenista mas influyente y carismatico de los ultimos tiempos, se ha retirado dejando una huella imborrable en el deporte. A lo largo de dos decadas, ha fascinado al mundo con su elegancia dentro como fuera de la pista, su juego fluido e inimitable, y una actitud siempre serena y conciliadora.Pero detras del idolo hay una historia mas compleja: la de un hombre con dudas, exigencias, derrotas y decisiones dificiles. Y nadie mejor que Christopher Clarey, periodista durante muchos años de The New York Times e International Herald Tribune, para contarlo porque ha seguido de cerca la evolucion de Federer, lo ha entrevistado en profundidad y ha sido testigo de sus momentos clave.Esta nueva edicion, actualizada tras su retirada definitiva de las pistas, ofrece un retrato intimo, riguroso y lleno de matices del campeon suizo. Una lectura imprescindible para entender no solo a Federer, sino tambien todo lo que ha significado el tenis en las ultimas decadas.

Un relato fascinante de cómo ha llegado el Real Madrid a representar la excelencia deportiva y empresarial.La industria del deporte mueve cantidades astronómicas de dinero y alcanzar la cima del fútbol mundial es un triunfo extraordinario que muy pocos pueden conseguir. El Real Madrid lo ha logrado, con el merito añadido de haber estado al borde de la bancarrota en la decada de los años noventa.Gracias a dos años de profunda investigacion en los archivos del club y a mas de cien horas de entrevistas con el presidente, asi como con jugadores y entrenadores, Steven G. Mandis revela las claves de la exitosa gestion que ha convertido a la entidad blanca en un modelo economico-deportivo envidiado en todo el mundo. Tambien analiza como el Real Madrid ha construido un proyecto asentado en una cultura y un sistema de valores propios e inimitables que emanan directamente de sus socios y simpatizantes.El estudio definitivo y mas exhaustivo que se ha escrito sobre el Real Madrid, sirAlex Ferguson.Con un acceso sin precedentes a lo que ocurre entre bastidores, este libro es el estudio mas completo que se haya hecho jamas sobre un equipo deportivo, David Stern, excomisionado de la NBA.

El clásico de la literatura tenística que convirtió el juego mental en un arma para ganar.«Uno de los mejores libros de deportes de todos los tiempos.»The GuardianEn Ganar feo, Brad Gilbert —ex númer

Frente a los enroscaboinas y pisarrbanos que asolan la poltica, las redes sociales y los medios de comunicacin, Alfonso Reyes reflexiona, con irona y sensatez, sobre todo aquello que de verdad importa. Vestido con la camiseta de ciudadano y padre de familia, Alfonso Reyes, uno de los rostros ms reconocidos del baloncesto espaol, recorre en estas pginas su propia biografa la familia, el deporte, la enfermedad, la amistad y la lectura para mirar de frente a la actualidad poltica y social de Espaa. Sin consignas ni correccin impostada, Reyes reivindica el valor de las cosas sencillas, la honestidad intelectual y la libertad de pensamiento en tiempos de ruido, consignas vacas y extremos que se tocan. Con un estilo directo y cercano que le ha hecho tan reconocible en las redes, este libro es a la vez un testimonio personal y un alegato contra la hipocresa, el dogmatismo y la falta de responsabilidad pblica. Desde la gestin de las grandes crisis hasta el lenguaje poltico, pasando por la educacin en valores y el papel del deporte o la cultura, Reyes invita al lector a detenerse, pensar por s mismo y no dejarse arrastrar. Huevos fritos con patatas no pretende sentar ctedra. Aspira a algo ms difcil y necesario hoy en da: recuperar el gusto por el sentido comn.

Biografía del siete veces campeón del mundo de Fórmula 1 Lewis Hamilton y de cómo está cambiando el panorama de este deporte.En la cima del automovilismo, un joven humilde de Stevenage, Inglaterra, ha ascendido hasta convertirse en el mejor piloto de Formula 1 de todos los tiempos. Esta biografia autorizada sigue la trayectoria de Lewis Hamilton, desde sus inicios en el karting en pistas locales hasta el glamour y la presion del circuito de Formula 1. A lo largo del camino, somos testigos de la determinacion inquebrantable de Hamilton por llegar a la cima, incluso cuando se enfrentaba a barreras raciales.Su triunfo sobre la adversidad es aun mas inspirador dado el papel pionero de Hamilton en hacer que los deportes de motor sean accesibles a las comunidades marginadas. Hamilton ha utilizado su plataforma para defender la justicia social, la sostenibilidad medioambiental y la diversidad. Se ha convertido en un referente mundial en materia de arte, moda y estilo de vida, al tiempo que se ha erigido en una voz de claridad moral. Ahora que Hamilton se acerca al ocaso de su carrera como piloto, este libro, fruto de una exhaustiva investigacion, examina su legado imperecedero. Su impacto va mas alla de sus trofeos de campeonato. Sir Lewis culmina con la que podria ser la ultima hazaña de Hamilton: la busqueda de un octavo titulo mundial, que supondria un nuevo record, al volante del emblematico equipo Ferrari, la maxima confirmacion de su grandeza.

**THE FIRST AND ONLY BIOGRAPHY OF DUTCH FORMULA ONE WUNDERKIND MAX VERSTAPPEN, CHARISMATIC WINNER OF THE 2021 FORMULA ONE TITLE** Few drivers have ever shaken up Formula 1 in quite the same way as Max Verstappen. Already the youngest competitor in F1 history, having made his breakthrough in 2015 aged just 17, his debut race for Red Bull at the 2016 Spanish Grand Prix saw him become the youngest driver ever to win a race, achieve a podium finish or even lead a lap. As the son of F1 legend Jos and elite-level kart driver Sophie Kumpen, Max was destined to be a racing driver. And since that headline-grabbing debut, he has continued to make an indelible impression on the sport, courting criticism and plaudits in equal measure. Sports journalist James Gray seeks to understand the outspoken nature and aggressive driving style that make Verstappen a must-watch before, during and after races, and why his Dutch fans, who turn up to cheer him on in their orange-clad droves, are quite so fanatical.

This book contains 71 deeply annotated chess victories of Tigran Petrosian (World Champion from 1963 to 1969) against the leading players of his day, some of which are in print for the first time. The authors authoritative but accessible language makes it a good read for the amateur as well as a cast-iron network of interlocking variations to satisfy the professionals. Petrosian was underrated as world champion in his day (many of his achievements were drowned out by the furore surrounding Bobby Fischer) but he is now being critically reappraised Garry Kasparov paid fulsome tribute to him at a recent London lecture. This insightful book aims to restore him to his rightful position in the pantheon of chess greats.

No one likes Millwall. They dont care. But what does it really take to be a part of this team, or a supporter? A British Sports Books Awards 2011 nominee, Michael Calvins Family provides a unique glimpse into the soul of a real football club. Award-winning sports writer Calvin follows Millwall through an emotional promotion season. There for the first day of training, he was on the substitutes bench at Wembley, 333 days later. He vividly portrays players and management as family men, close to their roots. In captain Paul Robinsons words : Were playing for the people who hate their jobs, whod love our lives. Forget the glitz of the Premier League - this is the beautiful game in all its raucous glory. Intimate and compelling, Calvins unforgettable picture of lower-league English football is essential reading for anyone for whom football is far more than just a game.

Alexander Kotovs trilogy, of which this is the second volume and now available in digital format for the first time, marks a landmark in chess literature. For the first time, a leading player managed to tackle the important elements of chess mastery in a methodical way which all chess players could understand, spiced with insight and colourful observation. Furthermore, his ideas and approach are as relevant to players today as they were when the books were first published.Alexander Kotov was one of the strongest players of the immediate post-war period, twice reaching the Candidates stage of the World Championship. He was also one of the leading Soviet trainers but is primarily remembered for his trilogy of classic works on chess coaching, of which Think Like a Grandmaster, one of the best-selling chess books of all time, was the first volume, and Play Like a Grandmaster the second.

From the co-author of two previous Batsford lace titles comes a collection of 50 stunning lace patterns that showcase the delicate beauty of this ever-popular lace. Traditionally, the ornate braids that make up Milanese lace were used in long, convoluted floral patterns, but they are also easily adapted for use in more modern designs. This new book of patterns contains both traditional and modern examples, and the author experiments with different decorative styles - for example, Celtic lettering that is vibrant with the colours of original Celtic art, taken into a new dimension with the addition of Milanese braids. Exquisite miniatures in a Japanese style will be a challenge even for the most experienced lacemaker: the smallest patterns are not necessarily the easiest! Other patterns include flowers, scrolls, leaves and butterflies, plus some more unusual designs: dragons, a picture depicting the legend of Arion and the dolphin, and a spectacular piece featuring the mythical seven-headed Hydra. There is a good range of patterns, including both prickings and photographs of the finished pieces, suitable for abilities ranging from beginner to advanced.

The comprehensive guide provides the lacemaker with step-by-step instructions and illustrations on the techniques which make up this type of lacemaking. Divided into ten easy-to-follow sections, alternative methods of construction are closely examined and explained. Bridget M. Cook begins with starts and edges, describing the techniques of replacing threads and adding pairs, joinings, sewings, connections and crossings. Additional information is provided on picots, tallikes and venetian cords, plaits and braids. Other sections look at carrying pairs, raised work, corners, curves and holes, endings, moving work under construction and the mounting of completed lace. Practical Skills in Bobbin Lace will help all lacemakers to increase their repertoire of techniques.

No time to study but want to win more chess games? "Improve Your Chess in 7 Days" is packed with practical tips, hints on how to improve, learn from the champions and find out how to beat them - in just a week. With one short chapter for each day of the week, the book is ideal for social chess players and includes a sprinkling of chess cartoons to keep you smiling as you read. With comments and advice after each move, this is as clear a guide to improving your chess as you will ever need.

The Batsford Book of Chess is a landmark, full-colour chess instruction book, authoritatively written and beautifully designed. Arranged in the form of a course, it will take you all the way from tentative beginner to formidable chess player. Quick Start reference pages help you retain the information youve learned, and puzzle sections let you test yourself as you go. To illustrate more advanced strategy and tactics, the author uses world-class chess heroes such as Bobby Fischer and Mikhail Tal to bring the concepts to life.Essential topics include: Pieces and Moves: the very basics, covering the chessboard, notation, the names of the pieces and how they move, plus an overview of chess etiquette What Chess is All About: an exploration of chess culture and history Winning, Drawing and Losing: Covers the various ways of winning at chess, and how games are drawn Six Openings for Life: Coverage of six of the best chess openings, each illustrated by a different chess hero Tactical Weapons: An examination of forks, pins, skewers and other tactical devices, followed by illustrative games from Tactical Hero Mikhail Tal Positional Play: Looks at good and bad positions, plus the art of planning, seen through the games of Positional Hero Tigran Petrosian Human Factors: Typical mistakes and blunders youll need to steer clear ofEasy to follow, yet more thorough and more challenging than other chess instruction books on the market, this book is an essential companion for all budding chess champions.

Manchester United is acknowledged as the biggest club in the world with the largest number of fans, one of the best known stadiums in Old Trafford, and a roster of legendary players that includes four of the greatest of all time in George Best, Sir Bobby Charlton, Denis Law and Cristiano Ronaldo. It also had the greatest British manager of all time in Sir Alex Ferguson whose tally of 38 trophies included 13 Premier League titles and two Champions League crowns.This fully-illustrated A to Z includes all the great players from Duncan Edwards and the Busby Babes through to Ryan Giggs, the clubs longest serving player, and Wayne Rooney, the all-time leading scorer and the only player to have scored 250 goals for the Reds. The book also recalls the tragedy of the Munich air disaster in which 23 people lost their lives including eight first team players and the triumphs of the clubs first European Cup win at Wembley in 1968 and the Treble of 1999 in which they won the Premier League, the FA Cup and the Champions League.

The legendary players, managers, matches and moments that have shaped the history of one of the biggest football clubs in the world are listed in a fascinating A to Z format. From Azpilicueta to Zola, from Abramovich to Wilkins, each legend has their own entry and pictures that have been updated for the 2020/21 season.The fully illustrated book also contains facts and figures of all the clubs league positions, greatest goal scorers, players of the year, most appearances, famous supporters and a Greatest Ever XI as chosen by the fans.The facts and figures include Chelseas performances in the FA Cup and Champions League in 2021, as well as the teams qualification for Europe next season after making it to the final against Manchester City this year.

Most chess games are not won they are lost. Many instructional chess books tell you how to improve a position when it is already (or may be) favourable. This book offers help when you definitely do not have the advantage. Every chess player needs a sound arsenal of defensive techniques. This book covers them all counterplay, when to accept sacrifices, how to anticipate short- and long-term threats, and how to minimise losses. It also helps you create a strong underlying psychological framework for defensive technique it teaches you how to stay cool under fire, how to stonewall and how to exploit your opponents weaknesses.

This multi-language lace book provides the enthusiast with a collection of 75 quick and easy bobbin lace patterns. The (mainly) small designs are worked in a range of styles: Bruges Flower, Schneeberg, Russian Tape and Free, plus Torchon, Honiton and Bedfordshire The patterns assume a certain level of skill but each one is graded according to experience and ability (beginner, practitioner and advanced). They include: Baby bear, circles, parasol, swans, Russian lace sampler, tortoise, wedding garter, frame, seashore edge, fleur de lys mat, summer daisies, wedding handkerchief, dolphins, lily bud, square mat.