| The London Olympics of 2012: Politics, Promises and Legacy 2015 Edition Contributor(s): Wagg, Stephen (Author) |
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ISBN: 1137326336 ISBN-13: 9781137326331 Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan OUR PRICE: $52.24 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: August 2015 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Political Science | Public Policy - Cultural Policy - Social Science | Sociology - General - Sports & Recreation | Olympics & Paralympics |
| Dewey: 050 |
| Series: Global Culture and Sport |
| Physical Information: 0.56" H x 5.5" W x 8.5" (0.89 lbs) 211 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Analysing the politics of the 2012 London Olympics, Stephen Wagg examines the framing of London's bid to host the Games, arguments about the Games' likely impact and the establishment of 'Fortress London' to protect the Games. The book asks who won, and who lost out, in this important event as well as exploring its media coverage and legacy. |