Sport and Physical Education in China

Description

The first of its kind and the first in Spon's International Society for Comparative Physical Education and Sport book series, this text provides a particularly vivid insight into the many and varied issues surrounding sport and Physical Education in China. Written by a number of expert scholars from around the world including China itself, the book provides unique, up to date and stimulating material. Topics covered range from professional sport, female athlete's experiences of sport, to children's experiences in school. Anyone wishing to gain an insight into the PE and sporting experiences of Chinese citizens both in historical and contemporary society will find this book essential reading. It is an indispensable resource for students taking comparative sport studies courses, sports historians and academics with a general interest in this field. Key points: *the first book of its kind *written by highly regarded international scholars in the field *first in a series which will include titles on Sport and PE in Germany, Women in Sport, PE and Sport in Australia and Elite Sport to name but a few *highly recommended reading for students and academics in the comparative sport studies field.

"The well-referenced text includes valuable material from several highly respected Chinese scholars and makes an outstanding contribution to the profession. The book is highly recommended to students of any level who are interested in the world's largest arena of physical education and sport participants.." -Choice, December 2000. "The work is divided into three themed sections. The first offers an overview and explanation of the historical roots of sports and physical education. The second concentrates on physical education and sport in schools, universities, the Olympics, and in the elite and professional sporting ranks. The last section delves into sport science, sport medicine, sport management structure and systems, mass fitness, and Chinese women and sport.." -Choice, December 2000.