- Paperback: 490 pages
- Publisher: Routledge; 4 edition (23 Jun 2005)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0415348536
- ISBN-13: 978-0415348539
- Product Dimensions: 24.6 x 17.2 x 3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 452,757 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'Provides a thorough overview of issues that pervade the growing field of sports sociology ... it is a text that is to be strongly recommended.' - Sociology
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'Ellis Cashmore's text is a clear and eloquent outline of many of the important areas in the broad field of sports sociology ... an original, interesting and timely interpretation of a fast-moving field of academic study.' - Times Higher Education Supplement
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This unique, multidisciplinary introduction reflects the changing character of contemporary sport. Already established as a standard text, this updated edition is essential reading for undergraduates of sociology and sports studies.
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An analysis of sport, as more than a game its a institution,
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A new edition of an excellent book that examines the relationship between sport and society. Taking examples from modern sport to aid understanding. The book looks at sociological theory and its role with sport, to explain why sport is the way it is. Also the book covers topics such as politics in sport, drugs in sport, giving explanations why they are used and why sport is targeted and used as a political tool. This book looks beyond sport as a 'game' but rather as a cultural institution that embodies society`s values and prejudices. An excellent book for anyone studying The Sociology of Sport, and a fascinating read for anyone involved in sport.
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