Sport in Britain, 1945-2000
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Bibliographic Information
Sport in Britain, 1945-2000
（Making contemporary Britain）
Blackwell, 2000
- : hard
- : pbk
Available at 26 libraries
Note
Includes bibliographical references (p. [193]-196) and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
This book examines the complex transformation of British sport in the second half of the twentieth century. Focusing on the key role of the media as a driving force for change, it also provides a fascinating account of the wider social and cultural history of post-war British sport.
Table of Contents
Preface. 1. Playing and Watching.
2. Reconstruction, 1945-1952.
3. Amateurism.
4. The Professionals.
5. Media and Celebrity.
6. Civic and National Identity.
7. Governments and Sport.
Conclusion.
Bibliography.
Index.
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