- Editorial:
- FONDO DE CULTURA ECONÓMICA
- Año de edición:
- 2014
- ISBN:
- 978-607-16-1845-0
- Páginas:
- 374
- Ubicación:
- FCE-47
DEPORTE Y OCIO EN EL PROCESO DE LA CIVILIZACIN
NORBERT ELIAS / DUNNING ERIC
Encompassing biological, psychological ans sociological perspectives, the authors apply the theory of the civilizing process' to modern sport. From gladiator competitions to modern-day soccer matches, the authors examine the pursuit of excitement in sports which verges on violence. In conclusion, the authors include a fascinating analysis of sport as a male preserve' within the changing balance of power between the sexes.