Sports Mega–Events

Social Scientific Analyses of a Global Phenomenon

John Horne editor Wolfram Manzenreiter editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Published:8th Sep '06

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This volume offers a distinctive and timely comparative analysis of the sociological, economic, and political significance of bids for, and the hosting of, sports mega–events throughout the world. A collection by leading international scholars examining sports mega–events, such as the Olympic Games and the FIFA World Cup. Analyses the sociological, economic, and political significance of bids for, and the hosting of, sports mega–events. Explores the costs and benefits incurred by host cities. Focuses on both advanced and developing cities throughout Europe, Asia, North America, Australasia, and South Africa.

"Issues and concerns––globalization, urbanism, security, public policy, the media, economic impact––are well referenced. This book will serve those interested in how sport intersects with cultural studies, economics, and sociology worldwide... Recommended." Choice

ISBN: 9781405152907

Dimensions: 228mm x 153mm x 12mm

Weight: 316g

212 pages