The 2018 Gift Guide for the Geopolitically Curious Sports Fan

It's the first week of December, which means that my fellow Americans and I have been inundated with holiday jingles and gifting imperatives for (at least) the past fortnight. It also means that it's time for the second annual edition of "Gifts for the Geopolitically Curious Sports Fan," which is quickly becoming one of my favorite seasonal traditions. In the inaugural edition, I selected books (and a few films) that might serve as the foundation of a sport and geopolitics library. This year's recommendations include some more recent titles to add to your collection. ...