Traces the growth of what during pre-industrial times was called the simplest game through its codification in the nineteenth century to the 1994 World Cup. This title weaves the sport's growth into the culture and politics of the countries where it has been taken up.
Traces the growth of what during pre-industrial times was called the simplest game through its codification in the nineteenth century to the 1994 Worl...
In a thoroughly revised and updated study, the author of Women's Sports and Games and Empires traces the history of the modern Olympics from 1896 to 2000, contrasting the ideal of the game with the often politicized reality. Simultaneous. (Sports & Recreation).
In a thoroughly revised and updated study, the author of Women's Sports and Games and Empires traces the history of the modern Olympics from 1896 to 2...
