Books by Emdad Rahman
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Born and bred in the UK, Emdad Rahman refers to himself as a 'novice football poet'. He is a civil servant in London.
He is a keen running enthusiast, having competed in three consecutive London marathons.
An author of Bangladeshi origin, Emdad is involved with charity work in the East End of London where he was bought up.
He edits the blog www.emdad.neemit.net.
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Londoner Emdad Rahman has been a lifelong football fan. 'Seeking Henri Delaunay' is the author's second collection of footballing prose. A qualified level 9 football referee and running enthusiast, Emdad has been the recipient of many awards, including 2 civic awards from the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. An adopted Scouser, Emdad lives and works in East London. He is also involved in a number of charitable initiatives, working with young people and families. A keen writer and traveller, Emdad blogs at www.emdad.neemit.net |
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About the book
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Testimonials"As an international, I can safely say that international representation and recognition is the peak of any footballer's career. Nothing
can beat the feeling of pulling on your nation's colours, standing to attention during the national anthem and playing for your country's footballing honour.
The chosen few are envied, cheered and castigated with equal measure." - Adnan Ahmed, Ferencvaros "
The football fan has long regarded the Beautiful Game as worthy of the highest praise. Emdad Rahman takes
such adoration one step higher - compiling a whole book of poetry around the 2008 UEFA Championship. He
skillfully presents each game in a series of poems that cleverly capture the atmosphere of one of the footballing world's most
exciting tournaments. The Beautiful Game becomes the Poet's Muse.
" - Jerome Taylor, The Independent "'Seeking Henri Delaunay' is without doubt a unique offering. What chance of enthralling readers waxing lyrical
on each and every match in an equally enthralling tournament... but here it is. And it works!" - Crispin Thomas Editor & Performance Poet, footballpoets.org "Emdad is involved in countless initiatives within the community, and it is a testament to him that he has found the time to write, edit and publish this book." - Muhammad Jubair, Chief Reporter, Channel S "'Seeking Henri Delaunay' is the result of a hobby, which is bound to enthrall all readers, be they football fans or otherwise." - Shah Yousuf, Editor, London Bangla Bilingual Free Weekly |
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Born and brought up in the East End of London, Emdad Rahman fell in love with football when he watched his hero Bryan Robson orchestrate a resounding 3-0 win against an all star Barcelona team at Old Trafford in the European Cup Winners Cup quarter finals in 1984. Other formative experiences in Emdad's childhood include Liverpool beating AS Roma in the European Cup final that year with Bruce Grobbelaar's 'wobbly legs' clown antics, Everton capturing the Cup Winners Cup against Rapid Wien in 1985 and the Liverpool double year of 1986. As a ten year old, Emdad was mesmerised with Mexico 86 - an incredible and endless talent show which cemented his obsession with the beautiful game. Emdad started to write football poetry in 2006 after stumbling upon a football poetry website. "The Greatest Game on Earth - A Collection of Footballing Verse" is the first published collection of Emdad's footballing poetry. For all lovers of poetry and football this short collection will ignite treasured recollections and reminiscences of the beautiful game. If you're into the artistic aspect of football, here's something that is sure to delight and captivate you. |
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Articles about this bookAbout the book
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Testimonials"If there are still people around who think football is just 90 minutes of chasing a ball around, then Emdad Rahman's book should put them right. With Nessun Dorma, Pavarotti and Grand Opera already on the terraces, it was only a matter of time till poetry moved in. 'The Greatest Game on Earth' adds the stanza to soccer's cultural bonanza." - Bertie Ramsbottom "Emdad has lived up to his promise of providing an uplifting book of poetry. This collection of verse is inspiring." - Muhib Choudhury "Vigorous, startling, expressive, poignant and subtle." - Shakayet Hussain "A poignant expression of yearnings, memories and joy." - Rabina Khan "This book contains well crafted and wholesome poetry." - Shafiqul Haque |
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