Sociology of Sport and Social Theory - Rilegato

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ISBN 10: 0736075720 ISBN 13: 9780736075725

Casa editrice: Human Kinetics, 2009

Riassunto

Sociology of Sport and Social Theory presents current research perspectives from major sport scholars and leading sociologists regarding issues germane to the sociology of sport. Each chapter of this resource explains historical and contemporary social theories and applies these theories to current topics in sport, such as performance-enhancing drugs, gender, race and identity issues, and the role of religion in sport.

Sociology of Sport and Social Theory introduces readers to the historical and theoretical underpinnings of social theory, how sport studies have incorporated or diverged from these theories, and how the application of various sociological lenses to sport contexts may converge for future research. Merging the fields of sport studies and sociology, the text provides readers with

· a fresh view on how prominent social issues may be applied to exciting issues in sport;

· an opportunity to analyze engaging topics in sport, including Tiger Woods’ dominance, the costs of building stadiums, and NCAA institutional logic; and

· an accessible presentation of seemingly complex theories from scholars with backgrounds in sociology and sport studies.

Structured in four parts, this text expands discussion beyond theoretical paradigms typically employed by sport sociologists to consider traditional theories (conflict theory and structural functionalism) and contemporary sociological theories (feminist theory, social capital theory, and relational theory) and their application in sport contexts. Each chapter begins with a theory overview and concludes with suggestions for future research and an annotated list of additional resources.

In part I of the text, readers will encounter a Weberian analysis of sport, learn how Mills’ theory of the sociological imagination provides a lens through which an athlete-author can analyze athletic events, and read a discussion of Elias’ figurational theory as applied to issues of hooliganism in soccer. Mid-level sociological theories, which provide a moderate convergence of theory and empirical research, are the focus in part II of the text. Chapters in part III address sport-related issues of gender, race, ethnicity, and social class using the contemporary sociological views of feminist theory, social reproduction theory, hegemonic masculinity theory, and structuration theory. Part IV considers issues of power, personality, citizenship, and dominance in sport.

Sociology of Sport and Social Theory addresses a range of topics at the forefront of both scholarly and public discourse and provides readers the opportunity to consider these issues in light of traditional and contemporary sociological theories. With its broad range of perspectives and analyses, Sociology of Sport and Social Theory illustrates for students, sport scholars, and social scientists how sociological theory can provide a suitable framework for understanding patterns that exist in the world of sport.

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L'autore

Earl Smith is a research scientist in the area of sport sociology. He has over 20 years of university level teaching on courses dedicated to the sociology of sport and has a good research record in this specific area. Earl is also a past President of North American Society for Sociology of Sport (NASSS).

Product Description

This book recognises sociology of sport as an important subject area for general sociologists to consider as a rich area of research possibility, while also exposing sport sociologists to the social theories that have built up the general discipline. This new book exposes readers to the thinking of great sociologists such as Weber, Mills, Denzin and Elias. It also explains and applies established social theories into sport contexts, including Tiger Woods' dominance, institutional logic within the NCAA and the melding of sport and religion. Utilising major scholars in both sociology of sport and the general discipline of sociology, this book explains and applies established social theories into sport and physical activity contexts. Chapter authors masterfully give the reader a clear understanding of the development of the most pertinent social theories as they relate to sport and then apply those theories to some of the most pressing issues in contemporary sport. Whether readers want to read this book in its entirety for an extensive treatment of sociological theory, or dip into it as a guide for understanding the theoretical basis for studies they read or initiate themselves, this book will be a valuable reference.

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• Editore: Human Kinetics
• Data di pubblicazione: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0736075720
• ISBN 13: 9780736075725
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 239
• Redattore: Smith Earl