Introduction to the philosophy of sport /
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Literature type: | Book |
Language: | English |
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Elements of philosophy
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Carrier Form: | xiii, 251 p. ; 24 cm. |
Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (p. 235-245) and index. |
ISBN: |
9780742570603 (cloth : alk. paper) 0742570606 (cloth : alk. paper) 9780742570610 (pbk. : alk. paper) : 0742570614 (pbk. : alk. paper) 9780742570627 (ebook : alk. paper) 0742570622 (ebook : alk. paper) |
Index Number: | GV706 |
CLC: | G80 |
Call Number: | G80/R361 |
Contents: | Introduction: why study the philosophy of sport? -- The ancient hellenic heritage -- The modern olympic revival -- Sport and play -- Sport and games -- Sport and social practices -- Sport and art -- Mind and body -- Consequentialism and play -- Deontology and fairness -- Virtues and vices -- Ethical spectacle -- Sport and education -- Sport and social categories -- Sport and political ideals -- Sport and globalization -- Conclusion: ten intrinsic values of sport. |