The Concise Encyclopedia World Football 1999

The Concise Encyclopedia of World Football (1999) is a hardback reference book published by Parragon, edited by Glenn Moore and Paul Barnett. It’s a richly illustrated encyclopedia covering the history, players, clubs, and tournaments of world football, designed as an accessible guide for fans at the turn of the millennium.

📚 Book Overview

• Title: The Concise Encyclopedia of World Football

• Editors: Glenn Moore, Paul Barnett (with contributions from Tim Barnett, Ian Cruise, Mike Collett, Trevor Haylett, Conrad Leach, Charlotte Nicol)

• Publisher: Parragon Books, Bath (UK)

• Publication date: 1 August 1999

• Format: Hardback, 256 pages

• ISBN: 9780752530291

• Dimensions: Approx. 28 cm tall, large-format reference style

🧩 Content & Themes

• Comprehensive coverage: Encyclopedic entries on players, clubs, managers, tournaments, and football history.

• Global scope: Covers both international competitions (World Cup, European Championships, Copa América) and domestic leagues.

• Illustrations: Packed with photographs, statistics, and timelines.

• Style: Concise, factual entries designed for quick reference rather than narrative reading.