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14 Apr 2014

Loughborough student publishes book about his Brazilian football experience

Seth Burkett and Ian Ridley

With less than 60 days to go to the start of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, a Loughborough University student has published a book about his unique experiences as a football player in Brazil.

Seth Burkett, who is currently studying for a Masters degree in English after graduating in Sports Science and English, has written the book titled The Boy in Brazil: living, loving and learning in the land of football.

Seth’s book charts his unique experiences throughout his season spent with Sorriso Esporte Clube, a team that played in the Mato Grosso League in the Brazilian State Championships.

The Boy in Brazil has been published by Floodlit Dreams, a new venture set up by renowned football journalist and writer Ian Ridley.

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