<P><EM>The Olympics: A Critical Reader</EM> represents a unique, critical guide to the definitive sporting mega-event and the wider phenomenon it represents ¿ Olympism. Combining classic texts and thoughtful editorial discussion with challenging new pieces, including previously unseen material, the book systematically addresses the key questions in modern Olympism, including:</P><P></P><UL><P><LI>what does studying Olympism entail?</LI><P></P><P><LI>how do historical accounts create and challenge Olympic myths?</LI><P></P><P><LI>how do different theoretical perspectives inform our understanding of Olympism?</LI><P></P><P><LI>which socio-political processes influence personal, collective and imagined Olympic identities?</LI><P></P><P><LI>how do we experience and make sense of Olympism?</LI><P></P><P><LI>who owns Olympism and why does it matter?</LI><P></P><P><LI>how do cities compete for and celebrate the Olympics?</LI><P></P><P><LI>How are the Olympic values promoted?</LI><P></P><P><LI
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When Stratford hosted the 2012 Olympics it gained the attention of the world. The post-industrial town was reborn as a 21st century commercial centre. Ten years on, this contemplative project asks us to look again at the social changes that occur in the...
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