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Synopsis
This book recognizes sociology of sport as an important subject area for general sociologists to consider as a rich area of research possibility, while also exposing sport sociologists to the social theories that have built up the general discipline. The book exposes readers to the thinking of great sociologists such as Weber, Mills, Denzin, and Elias. It also explains and applies established social theories into sport contexts, including Tiger Woods' dominance, instititutional logic within the NCAA, and the melding of sport and religion. Utilizing major scholars in both sociology of sport and the genral discipline of sociology, this book explains and applies established social theories into sport and physical activity contexts. Chapter authors masterfully give the reader a clear understanding of the development of the most pertinent social theories as they relate to sport, and then apply those theories to some of the most pressing issues in contemporary sport. Whether readers want to read this book in its entirety for an extensive treatment of sociological theory, or dip into it as a guide for understanding the theoretical basis for studies they read or initiate themselves, this book will be a valuable reference and a major contribution to the sociology of sport area.
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About the Author
Earl Smith is a research scientist in the area of sport sociology. He has over 20 years of university level teaching on courses dedicated to the sociology of sport and has a good research record in this specific area. Earl is also a past President of North American Society for Sociology of Sport (NASSS).
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- PublisherHuman Kinetics
- Publication date2009
- ISBN 10 0736075720
- ISBN 13 9780736075725
- BindingHardcover
- Edition number1
- Number of pages264
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