Women's Artistic Gymnastics: Socio-cultural Perspectives (Women, Sport and Physical Activity)
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- Synopsis
- This book lifts the lid on the high pressured, complex world of women&’s artistic gymnastics. By adopting a socio-cultural lens incorporating historical, sociological and psychological perspectives, it takes the reader through the story and workings of women&’s artistic gymnastics. Beginning with its early history as a &‘feminine appropriate&’ sport, the book follows the sport through its transition to a modern sports form. Including global cases and innovative narrative methods, it explores the way gymnasts have experienced its intense challenges, the complexities of the coach-athlete relationship, and how others involved in the sport, such as parents and medical personnel, have contributed to the reproduction of a highly demanding and potentially abusive sporting culture. With the focus on a unique women&’s sport, the book is an important read for researchers and students studying sport sociology, sport coaching, and physical education, but it is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in the development of sporting talent.
- Copyright:
- 2020
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Publisher Quality
- ISBN-13:
- 9781000051032
- Related ISBNs:
- 9781003007005, 9780367440015, 9780367440015
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Date of Addition:
- 04/28/20
- Copyrighted By:
- selection and editorial matter, Roslyn Kerr, Natalie Barker-Ruchti, Carly Stewart and Gretchen Kerr
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Nonfiction, Sports, Social Studies, Sociology
- Submitted By:
- Bookshare Staff
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.
- Edited by:
- Roslyn Kerr
- Edited by:
- Natalie Barker-Ruchti
- Edited by:
- Carly Stewart
- Edited by:
- Gretchen Kerr