The book presents a groundbreaking perspective on environmental planning, shifting the focus from a purely technical exercise centered on biological and economic issues to an exploration of the ideological dimensions involved. This approach highlights the complexities of environmental challenges and emphasizes the influence of values and beliefs in the planning process, marking a significant evolution in the understanding of how environmental problems are addressed.
Exploring the concept of amateurism, this work delves into its rationale and historical context, highlighting the value of engaging in activities for passion rather than profit. It argues that a system with more voluntary, unpaid contributions can lead to greater efficiency. The book also addresses the ethical implications of amateurism and its economic significance, challenging conventional views on work and value in society.
Principles, Power and Possibilities
The book delves into the intricate workings of sporting international non-governmental organizations (SINGOs) like the IOC, FIFA, IAAF, and FIA, highlighting their significant influence on global sports governance. It explores their rise, structural frameworks, organizational behaviors, and the interplay between these entities and international politics, offering insights into their complex operations and power dynamics in the contemporary sports landscape.
This is an inter-disciplinary collection of essays which seeks to define thechievement of the academic study of sport as it has developed over the pasten to 20 years. Each essay investigates an aspect of the importance of sports it is now understood in the academic world.;The essays include: Lincolnllison on "Sport and Civil Society" and "Biology, Ideology and Sport";ichard Holt on "Sport and History"; John Hoberman on "The Concept of Dopingnd the Future of Sport"; Fred Inglis on "The State of Play - Sport, Capitalnd Happiness"; Eric Dunning on "Sport, Gender and Patriarchy in the Westernivilising Process"; Barrie Houlihan on "Sport, Globalisation and Nationaldentity"; and Roger Philpott on "Sport in the Cinema".;The Chelsea Schoolesearch Centre Edition series originated in the advanced scholarship andesearch undertaken in CSRC as it consolidated and developed its national andnternational research networks. It brings together state-of-the-artcholarship and research in the sociology of sport, the sport sciences,eisure studies and physical education. Each volume comprises