Sports in America from Colonial Times to the Twenty-First Century: An Encyclopedia: An Encyclopedia Contributor(s): Riess, Steven A. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0765617064 ISBN-13: 9780765617064 Publisher: Routledge
Binding Type: Other - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: September 2011 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Sports & Recreation | History - Business & Economics | Human Resources & Personnel Management - Political Science |
Dewey: 796.097 |
LCCN: 2010050824 |
Physical Information: 3.2" H x 9.3" W x 14.3" L (8.11 lbs) |
Features: Bibliography, Illustrated, Index |
Review Citations: Library Journal 12/01/2011 pg. 151 School Library Journal 12/01/2011 pg. 76 Booklist 01/01/2012 pg. 73 Choice 04/01/2012 Reference and Research Bk News 12/01/2011 pg. 56 |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: A unique new reference work, this encyclopedia presents a social, cultural, and economic history of American sports from hunting, bowling, and skating in the sixteenth century to televised professional sports and the X Games today. Nearly 400 articles examine historical and cultural aspects of leagues, teams, institutions, major competitions, the media and other related industries, as well as legal and social issues, economic factors, ethnic and racial participation, and the growth of institutions and venues. Also included are biographical entries on notable individuals--not just outstanding athletes, but owners and promoters, journalists and broadcasters, and innovators of other kinds--along with in-depth entries on the history of major and minor sports from air racing and archery to wrestling and yachting. A detailed chronology, master bibliography, and directory of institutions, organizations, and governing bodies--plus more than 100 vintage and contemporary photographs--round out the coverage. |
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