Inside Sports

Description

This is just one of the questions asked by this unique collection of personal stories of people involved in sport. Told by researchers who have closely observed what happens in the areas where people play sport and interviewed the participants, the contributions not only show how sport studies can contribute to the wider study of society, but also describe the difficulties and challenges involved in research of this kind. Inside Sports is divided under four main sections which cover the major important social processes that make up sport experiences in different settings and of different people: being introduced to sports becoming an athlete doing sports life beyond the playing field In its extensive coverage of the topic as well as its discussion of research methods, Inside Sports will be essential reading for students at all levels learning to do research in this growing area of interest. Dr. Peter Adler, University of Denver, USA, Dr. Becky Beal, University of the Pacific, USA, Ms. Wendy Berg, Prof. Janet S. Chafetz, University of Houston, USA, Jay Coakl

""Inside Sports is a unique collection of stories about people involved in a wide range of sports. . . Using field work, observations, and probing interviews that included both athletes and supporters of athletic events, researchers gathered data to investigate the influence of sports on individuals and society. . .Some of their findings challenge many popular beliefs about participation in sports and the associated impact on people's lives.."
-Magill Book Reviews (Salem Press), August 2000
"Recommended for graduate and undergraduate students interested in the study of sport and how sport affect human beings, social relationships, and social life."
- "Choice
"These vivid, insightful stories will inevitably change how readers think about sports, how they watch sports, and perhaps even how they play sports. Should be required reading for college athletes and anyone hoping to pursue a career in sociology or sports."
-Mariah Burton Nelson, author of "The Stronger Women Get, the More Men Love Football
"With the careful introductions and excellent suggestions for films, discussions, and projects, "Inside Sports will be an excellent reader for any undergraduate course in the sociology of sports."
-Gary Fine, Northwestern University