American History Through American Sports: From Colonial Lacrosse to Extreme Sports [3 Volumes] Contributor(s): Batchelor, Bob (Editor), Coombs, Danielle Sarver (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0313379882 ISBN-13: 9780313379888 Publisher: Praeger
Binding Type: Hardcover - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: December 2012 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Sports & Recreation | Reference - Social Science | Popular Culture - Sports & Recreation | History |
Dewey: 796.097 |
LCCN: 2012034803 |
Physical Information: 3" H x 6.4" W x 9.5" L (4.50 lbs) 1048 pages |
Features: Bibliography, Index |
Review Citations: Choice 06/01/2013 |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This collection blends historical and popular culture perspectives in its analysis of the development of sports and sports figures throughout American history. American History through American Sports: From Colonial Lacrosse to Extreme Sports is unique in that it focuses on how each sport has transformed and influenced society at large, demonstrating how sports and popular culture are intrinsically entwined and the ways they both reflect larger societal transformations. The essays in the book are wide-ranging, covering topics of interest for sports fans who enjoy the NFL and NASCAR as well as those who like tennis and watching the Olympics. Many topics feature information about specific sports icons and favorite heroes. Additionally, many of the topics' treatments prompt engagement by purposely challenging the reader to either agree or disagree with the author's analysis. |
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