Sports in America
| Author | : Steven A. Riess |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 1063 |
| Release | : 2013 |
| ISBN-10 | : 076563063X |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780765630636 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (636 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Sports in America by : Steven A. Riess
Download or read book Sports in America written by Steven A. Riess and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 1063 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This encyclopedia presents a social, cultural, and economic history of American sports from hunting, bowling, and skating in the 16th century to televised professional sports today. Nearly 400 articles examine historical and cultural aspects of leagues, teams, institutions, major competitions, the media and other related industries, as well as legal and social issues, economic factors, ethnic and racial participation, and the growth of institutions and venues.
