The Olympics: A Critical Reader Contributor(s): Girginov, Vassil (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0415445361 ISBN-13: 9780415445368 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $82.16 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 2010 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Business & Economics | Industries - Hospitality, Travel & Tourism - Sports & Recreation | Olympics & Paralympics - Sports & Recreation | Sociology Of Sports |
Dewey: 796.48 |
LCCN: 2009034677 |
Physical Information: 1.1" H x 6.9" W x 9.5" (1.65 lbs) 464 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: The Olympics: A Critical Reader represents a unique, critical guide to the definitive sporting mega-event and the wider phenomenon it represents - Olympism. Combining classic texts and thoughtful editorial discussion with challenging new pieces, including previously unseen material, the book systematically addresses the key questions in modern Olympism, including:
Each thematic part has been designed to include a range of views, including background treatment of an issue as well as critical scholarship, to ensure that students develop a well-rounded understanding of the Olympic phenomenon. The Olympics: A Critical Reader is essential reading for students of the Olympics and Olympism, the sociology of sport, sport management and cultural studies. |