TY  - BOOK
AU  - Jamieson,Katherine M.
AU  - Smith,Maureen
TI  - Fundamentals of sociology of sport and physical activity
T2  - Human Kinetics' fundamentals of sport and exercise science series
SN  - 1450421024
AV  - GV706.5 .J365 2016
U1  - 306.483 23
PY  - 2016///]
CY  - Champaign, IL
PB  - Human Kinetics
KW  - Sports
KW  - Sociological aspects
KW  - Physical fitness
KW  - Physical education and training
N1  - Includes bibliographical references and index; What is sociology of sport and physical activity? -- What can I do with sociology of sport and physical activity? -- Sport, physical activity, and the major spheres of life -- Body projects in sport and physical activity -- Diversity, difference, and power in sport and physical activity -- Sport and physical activity in national and international unity -- Sport and physical activity in societal change
N2  - "This book introduces readers to some of the common and ongoing sociocultural questions in this field, including those of equity in gender and race, participation across areas, prominent cultural values and messages as portrayed by mass media, youth development, and sport for peace and development ... demonstrates how those questions and ideas can be applied and used by a variety of professionals, explains some of the essential components of professional preparation, and suggests some potential paths to employment."--From publisher description
ER  -