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Routledge Playing Games - Philosophy of Sport Introduction

Name: Routledge Playing Games - Philosophy of Sport Introduction
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the deep questions behind athletic competition with Playing Games: An introduction to the philosophy of sport through dialogue. Published by Routledge, this book offers a unique way to study sport by using dialogue as a method of philosophical investigation. Instead of a standard textbook, this work engages readers through conversation to tackle the most important questions in sport studies today. This book examines how we define sport and why it holds such significance in our lives. It addresses modern challenges and debates, including fair play, gender, drug use, cheating, entertainment, and identity. By connecting abstract theory to real-world sporting examples, it provides a clear and accessible path for students and enthusiasts alike to understand the meaning of sport in the modern era. Designed for clarity, each chapter helps you navigate complex topics through structured discussion. Whether you are interested in the ethics of competition or the social impact of athletics, this text provides the necessary foundation to think critically about the games we play.

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Engaging dialogue format that uses philosophical investigation to make complex topics easy to follow and understand.

Comprehensive coverage of contemporary issues including fair play, gender, drug use, cheating, and identity.

Real-world application through current sporting examples included in every chapter to ground theoretical concepts.

Educational support with review questions and guides to further reading to aid deeper study and comprehension.

Accessible introduction designed for anyone looking to understand the fundamental questions within sport studies.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1138917265
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Medical, Legal & Social Sciences > Anthropology & Sociology
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 19 October 2016
Listed Since: 05 May 2016

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