A philosopher looks at sport Stephen Mumford

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Mumford, Stephen, author.

Series:

Philosopher looks at (Series)

A philosopher looks at

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Sports--Philosophy.

Sports.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Cambridge, United Kingdom New York, NY Cambridge University Press 2021

Summary:

"Why is sport so important among participants and spectators when its goals seem so pointless? Stephen Mumford's book introduces the reader to a host of philosophical topics found in sport, and argues that sports activities reflect diverse human experiences - including important values that we continue to contest. The author explores physicality, competition, how sport is best defined, ethics in sport, and issues of inclusion such as disability sports, the gender divide, and transgender athletes. His book is written for anyone who is thoughtful, a sports enthusiast, or both, and will deepen our understanding of sport and its place in our lives. This new series offers short and personal perspectives by expert thinkers on topics that we all encounter in our everyday lives"-- Provided by publisher

Contents:

Physicality Competition Definition Spectacle Ethics Inclusion

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index

Description based on online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on December 19, 2023)

Other Format:

Print version Mumford, Stephen. Philosopher looks at sport

ISBN:

9781108992961

110899296X

9781108999342

1108999344

9781108999120

1108999123

OCLC:

1256475371

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license