Sport in Industrial America, 1850-1920

Sport in Industrial America, 1850-1920 presents the second edition of Stephen A. Riesss well-loved synthesis of the development of sport during one of the most transformational times in the nations history. New edition maintains the books acclaimed level of research, analysis, and readability Explores topics including urbanization, ethnicity, class, sport in educational institutions, women in sport, and sports role in manifesting city, regional, and national pride. Includes an entirely new chapter on the globalization of American sport Includes a new bank of photographs and images. Features a newly revised and updated Bibliographical Essay