The Smart Guide To Soccer (NAPSA)—A new book may give soccer fans even more to cheer about. It highlights the sto- ries and events that surround the soccer world and add to the drama of the most popular global sporting event: the World Cup. More than just a browser’s delight, the book, called “The Thinking Fan’s Guide to the World Cup: 32 Writers on 32 Countries” (Harper Peren- nial, $13.95), is an entertain- ing, informative introduction to the countries, players and teams of World Cup 2006. Thirty-two leading writers, nov- elists and journalists from around the world contribute original pieces of reporting and memoirs that offer insight into the 32 qualifying nations in the competition. This ultimate sourcebook con- tains the information fans of all levels need—including results from past tournaments, player and team statistics—and tables that illuminate how the nations compare in a variety of social and economic categories. The book is a unique guide for the curious fan with a passion for soccer—and an interest in everythingelse. For more information, visit www.harpercollins.com.
