Global Games

Global Games

Maarten Van Bottenburg, 2001, Sport and Society

Overview

This book examines the evolution of individual sports, detailing the institutions and groups responsible for their dissemination. It investigates why specific sports gain wider acceptance than others. The work argues that sports are more than mere pastimes; they are integral to how individuals and nations present themselves to the world.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in the sociology of sport.
• Those studying the cultural impact of athletic activities.
• Academics and students of sports history.

Key features

• Language: English
• Format: Hardcover
• Pages: 296
• Publisher: Marston Book Services
• ISBN: 9780252026546
• Series: Sport and Society