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Summary

* Vivid account of the sociology of modern sport. * Chapter--by--chapter critically and concisely examines a range of widely taught sociological. theories and substantive issues regarding sport, such as functionalism, Weberian sociology, postmodern sociology, globalization and so on.

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Sport by Richard Giulianotti

In this lively new book, Richard Giulianotti provides a critical sociological interpretation of modern sport. As global festivals such as the Olympic Games and football's World Cup demonstrate, sport's social, political, economic and cultural significance is becoming increasingly apparent across the world.
"This book raises key questions about the meaning and future of sportIt deserves to be, and will be, widely read as a consequence." John Williams, Leicester University
Richard Giulianotti is Senior Lecturer in Sociology, University of Aberdeen.
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ISBN 13 9780745625461
ISBN 10 0745625460
Title Sport
Author Richard Giulianotti
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Polity Press
Year published 2004-09-01
Number of pages 288
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.