Showing titles in Sociology of Sports

When a mixed martial arts (MMA) gym moves in across the street from his office, Jonathan Gottschall sees a challenge and an opportunity. Pushing 40, out of shape, and disenchanted with his job as an adjunct English professor, part of him yearns to cross the street and join up. The other part is terrified.

Master of the no-look goal and Anfield favourite, Roberto 'Bobby' Firmino, signed for Liverpool in July 2015. Over the next eight years - and seven winners' medals - he established himself as one of the club's most important players in recent years for his audacious skill, impressive goal scoring, and beaming smile. Jürgen Klopp saw Firmino as the on-pitch 'engine' that drove the club's counter-pressing strategy and together with Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mané, Firmino formed a formidable attacking trio.

Take Your Mark, Lead! is a self-help, go-to guide for people who urgently want to take charge of their lives. Leader, champion, and survivor Kelly Parker Palace delivers 11 entertaining, informative chapters chocked full of inspiring stories and actionable, practical strategies. This transformative book will empower you to triumph in all aspects of your life and to champion yourself, your business, and others. 

From New York Times best-selling author Lars Anderson comes a revealing portrait of the first family of American sports. What the Kennedys are to politics, the Mannings are to football. Two generations have produced three NFL superstars: Archie Manning, the Ole Miss hero-turned-New Orleans Saint; his son Peyton, widely considered one of the greatest quarterbacks ever to play the game; and Peyton's younger brother, Eli, who won two Super Bowl rings of his own.

Long-listed for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award, 2016. This audio edition is read by the author, Anna Kessel. For too long society has led us to believe that women and sport don't mix. While perspiration and 'fitspiration' have never been so hot, sport continues to be stubbornly...

A whirlwind history of soccer's improbable rise―from ancient traditions to worldwide cultural focus How did a simple kicking game conquer the world? In this concise yet comprehensive history, sports historian Brian D. Bunk traces soccer's unlikely, meteoric rise, showing how a pastime humbly...

Brought to you by Penguin. This audio edition features an exclusive Q&A with Jordan. Captain, father, leader, a fearless ambassador for the causes he believes in and a world-class midfielder, Jordan Henderson is all of these things - and it is why he is one of the most widely respected players...

Richard Moore, Lionel Birnie and Daniel Friebe share their diaries from three incident-filled Grand Tours, the Giro d’Italia, Tour de France and Vuelta a España. These take listeners behind the scenes and explore the culture and landscape as well as the racing while the ‘Lionel of Flanders’, complete with beer recommendations, does the same for the Classics in Belgium.

In this compelling new book, relying on original reporting from the most dangerous corners of Rio to the halls of power in Washington, DC, Dave Zirin examines how sports and politics are colliding in remarkable fashion in Brazil, opening up an international conversation on the culture, economics, and politics of sports.

As Nazi Germany launched its campaign of racial terror and pushed the world toward war, three misfits banded together to challenge Hitler’s dominance at the apex of motorsport: the Grand Prix. Their quest for redemption culminated in a remarkable race that is still talked about in racing circles to this day - but which, soon after it ended, Hitler attempted to completely erase from history. 

Acclaimed sports writers Jessica Luther and Kavitha A. Davidson tackle the most pressing issues in sports, why they matter, and how we can do better. For the authors, "sticking to sports" is not an option - not when our taxes are paying for the stadiums, and college athletes aren't getting paid at all. But simply quitting a favorite team won't change corrupt and deplorable practices, and the root causes of many of these problems are endemic in our wider society. 

Trace the epic sports history of human play as it evolves from ancient sacred rituals into a modern corporate spectacle. Whether you need a captivating story for your daily commute or an energetic workout companion, this immersive narrative delivers. Witness how early survival contests...

Discover the thrilling sports history of how a simple peach basket drill evolved into a global cultural phenomenon. Fast-paced and inspiring, this immersive audio journey is the perfect companion for an engaging morning commute or a high-energy gym workout. Step onto the hardwood to experience...

Experience the thrilling sports history of hockey, tracing its evolution from frozen rivers to a global spectacle. Discover how a makeshift winter pastime played with patched-together gear transformed into a fiercely competitive athletic phenomenon. Perfect for your daily commute or a...

Uncover the atmospheric sports history of pool, where kings and hustlers wage psychological warfare on green felt. Whether unwinding on a quiet weekend or seeking a captivating companion for your commute, this nostalgic narrative transports you across centuries of competition. Step into crowded...

Uncover the sports history of how a quirky Victorian parlor game conquered the globe to become a modern Olympic titan. Perfect for a morning commute or focused learning, this energetic narrative transports you from British drawing rooms to fierce international arenas. Experience the geopolitical...

Experience the captivating sports history of an indoor gym game that evolved into a fierce beach volleyball phenomenon. Whether you are powering through a morning commute or sweating it out during a workout, this engaging narrative brings the energetic evolution of the court to life. Step onto...

Trace the energetic sports history of a quiet British pub game that transformed into a global pop culture spectacle. Perfect for your morning commute, this engaging narrative transports you from the smoky taverns of twentieth-century Britain to the roaring, brightly lit arenas of modern...

Discover how a rebellious sidewalk toy transformed into a global pop culture phenomenon defining youth identity worldwide. Perfect for your daily commute or an energetic city walk, this fast-paced cultural history captures the raw momentum of a true outsider movement. Feel the nostalgic thrill...

Experience a tense narrative nonfiction journey into extreme survival, where human hubris battles the deadliest mountain. Perfect for a gripping daily commute, this atmospheric account plunges you straight into the freezing death zone and the high-stakes reality of modern expeditions. Feel the...