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Routledge - Sport Stars: The Cultural Politics of Sporting Celebrity

Name: Routledge - Sport Stars: The Cultural Politics of Sporting Celebrity
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the complex world of high-profile athletes with Sport Stars: The Cultural Politics of Sporting Celebrity. Published by Routledge, this book examines why society remains fascinated by the lifestyles, personal lives, and massive earning power of sports icons. It provides a deep look into how contemporary sporting celebrity is built and maintained in a media-driven world. Through detailed case studies, readers gain insight into the relationships between athletes and the media, as well as their connections to the sporting establishment. The text analyzes the various forces that shape these public figures, including economic, political, technological, and cultural factors. By looking at specific examples like Diego Maradona, Michael Jordan, Venus Williams, and David Beckham, the book offers a clear perspective on the nature of fame in modern sports. This is an essential resource for anyone interested in media studies, social sciences, or the impact of celebrity culture on society.

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Analyze the nature of contemporary sporting celebrity and how it functions in today's culture.

Examine the often turbulent relationships between high-profile athletes, the media, and the sporting establishment.

Study specific real-world case studies including Diego Maradona, Michael Jordan, Venus Williams, and David Beckham.

Learn how economic, political, and technological forces combine to create global sports icons.

Explore the cultural impact of athletes' lifestyles, love lives, and earning power on society.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0415221188
Category: Books > Subjects > Politics, Philosophy & Social Sciences > Social Sciences > Communication Studies > Media Studies
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 02 August 2001
Listed Since: 13 February 2007

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