Dirty Northern B*st*rds!" and Other Tales from the Terraces"

It starts with one voice, one word - and becomes raised in unison. The roar of the fans casts a spell, creating an atmosphere along with a sense of unity, loyalty and belonging. It's the grassroots of the sport, from the Premiership all the way down to the Conference, encapsulating all the imagination, flair and banter that bring the beautiful game to life. Here, Tim Marshall recounts the history of this powerful and passionate weekly ritual. From the industrial revolution to the sexual revolution, touching on issues of race, class and regional identity, the sentiments behind the roar when the 'Dirty Northern bastards!' meet the 'Soft Southern bastards!' follow the divisions and the history of modern Britain.

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