Sport and Social Identities by John Harris

Sport and Social Identities by John Harris

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Playing and watching sport can teach us a great deal about wider social issues. This book looks at how identities are constructed and reinforced in sport, exploring notions of race, class, sexuality and nationalism. With contributions from international experts, this book is key reading for students of sociology and sports studies.

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Sport and Social Identities by John Harris

Playing and watching sport can teach us a great deal about wider social issues. This book looks at how identities are constructed and reinforced in sport, exploring notions of race, class, sexuality and nationalism. With contributions from international experts, this book is key reading for students of sociology and sports studies.

JOHN HARRIS is an Associate Professor in Sport Administration within the School of Exercise, Leisure and Sport at Kent State University, USA.

ANDREW PARKER is Professor of Sport and Christian Outreach in the Faculty of Sport, Health and Social Care at the University of Gloucestershire, UK.
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ISBN 13 9780230535282
ISBN 10 0230535283
Title Sport and Social Identities
Author John Harris
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Year published 2009-06-16
Number of pages 208
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.