This lively and stimulating book looks at some of the myths and realities surrounding Britain's legendary enthusiasm for sport; and aims to chronicle how sporting traditions were shaped and how they, in turn, contributed to the shaping of British social conventions and attitudes.
Sport and the Making of Britain (International Studies in the History of Sport),Derek Birley,Manchester University Press,071903759X,General,Great Britain,History,Pop Arts / Pop Culture,Popular Culture - General,Social aspects,Sports,Sports & Recreation,Sports and state,Sports & Recreation / General
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