The Life And Works Of Simon Kuper: A British And Naturalized French Author And Journalist

By: Whitehead, Jamie

Simon Kuper, a British journalist who also holds French citizenship, is renowned for his contributions to the field of journalism, particularly through his tenure at the Financial Times and his insightful football coverage. He embarked on his journalistic career in 1994 after completing his education at Oxford, Harvard University, and the Technische Universit t Berlin. His articles span a wide spectrum of topics including politics, society, culture, sports, and urban planning.
Kuper's prominence in sports journalism, particularly in football, has garnered him prestigious accolades such as the 1994 William Hill Sports Book of the Year. His distinctive approach to sports analysis, which incorporates an anthropological perspective, has been lauded internationally. Renowned publications like The Guardian and The Times have also benefited from his contributions.
Notably, Kuper is a regular columnist for the weekend edition of FT Magazine, a position that has earned him recognition as the Columnist of the Year by the British Society of Magazine Editors on two occasions. Additionally, he is acclaimed for his authored works, including the award-winning Football Against the Enemy and the Sunday Times Bestseller Chums: How a Tiny Caste of Oxford Tories Took Over the UK, which delves into UK politics.Despite being born in Uganda to South African parents, Kuper's upbringing primarily took place in the Netherlands. He currently resides in Paris, where he continues to enrich the world of journalism with his diverse insights and perspectives.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN13: 9798321714355
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 92 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"