{"product_id":"the-special-relationship-the-history-of-american-football-in-the-united-kingdom-9781801501637","title":"The Special Relationship: The History of American Football in the United Kingdom","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe Special Relationship: The History of American Football in the United Kingdom explores the growth of gridiron football in the UK, from the first match in 1910 to the International Series and British players in the NFL. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 384 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 05 September 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pitch Publishing Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe history of American football in the United Kingdom is traced in The Special Relationship: The History of American Football in the United Kingdom. This thorough chronicle spans three pivotal chapters, outlining the rise and development of gridiron football on this side of the Atlantic. It explores the factors that contributed to the sport's popularity in Britain, from the inaugural match at Crystal Palace in 1910 to the establishment of the immensely popular International Series, which has become a permanent fixture in the NFL regular season. The book provides a comprehensive coverage of all matches played in London from 2007 to 2021, interspersed with anecdotes that bring the rich history, legendary players, and iconic franchises of the NFL to life. Additionally, it delves into the unique stories of British players who have ventured into the NFL, offering insightful perspectives on their journey from Britain to the National Football League. The Special Relationship is a captivating tale that chronicles the sport's journey from its arrival on the doorstep of America's great allies to its current status as an ever-growing presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 530g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 144 x 225 x 35 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781801501637\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Andrew Gamble","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44101317361914,"sku":"9781801501637","price":11.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1662756523351_book.jpg?v=1662961641","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-special-relationship-the-history-of-american-football-in-the-united-kingdom-9781801501637","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}