The fully revised and updated version of this classic text examines the link between three
key obsessions of the 21st century: the media, sport and popular culture. Gathering new …

What does it mean to be British? It is now recognized that being British is not innate, static or
permanent, but that national identities within Britain are constantly constructed and …

The story of British football's journey from public school diversion to mass media
entertainment is a remarkable one. The Association Game traces British football from the …

summary From ancient Egyptian archery and medieval Japanese football to contemporary
American baseball, every sport has been shaped by—and in turn has helped shape—the …

Moving the Goalposts: A history of sport and society since 1945 Page 1 Page 2 Moving the
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This book explores the key issues of racism, anti-racism and identity in British football. It
relates the history of black players in the game, analyses the racism they have experienced …

When the focus is on black or Asian minorities, Britain is frequently described as a multi-
cultural state. But when the focus is on Scotland, England and Wales, Britain is also …

For many Australians, there are two great passions: sport and 'taking the piss'. This book is
about national identity–and especially about Australia's image as a sporting country …

The close relationship between nationalism and sport is an acknowledged fact. Numerous
questions can be asked, however, about the precise nature of links between sportive …

On 14 May 2008 Glasgow Rangers and Zenit St Petersburg contested the UEFA Cup final at
the City of Manchester Stadium. Zenit St Petersburg won the match but the event was …