Understanding Sport: An Introduction to the Sociological and Cultural Analysis of Sport

Horne, John

ISBN 10: 0419136401 / ISBN 13: 9780419136408

Editore: Routledge, 1999

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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. Though second-hand, the book is still in very good shape. Minimal signs of usage may include very minor creasing on the cover or on the spine. Codice articolo CHL1580704

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Titolo: Understanding Sport: An Introduction to the ...

Casa editrice: Routledge

Data di pubblicazione: 1999

Legatura: Paperback

Condizione: Used; Very Good

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Riassunto:

Bringing a cultural and social dimension to the study of sport, this introductory guide will help students understand the context of sport and the place it has in the lives of individuals as well as in modern British society as a whole. Theoretically rigorous yet accessible, Understanding Sport includes: up-to-date coverage of key socio-cultural issues suggested further reading, to expand students' understanding of the topics introduced end-of-chapter essay topics and questions, to help students consolidate their knowledge extensive referenece lists and a thematic index, to direct sutdents and lecturers toward further research materials.

Informazioni sull?autore:

John Horne is in the Deparment of Physical Education, Sport and Leisure Studies, Universtiy of Edinburgh. 

Alan Tomlinson is at the Chelsea School, University of Brighton. 

Garry Whannel is at the Centre for Sport Development Research, School of Sport Studies, Roehampton Institute London.