Sport, Performance and Constructing Identity

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Keywords:

Identity, Popular Culture, Olympics, Ice Hockey, Cricket, American Gladiator, Professional Wrestling, Sport

Abstract

This article followed the publication of Robert E. Rhinehart’s book ‘Players All’ and analyzed several of the theories suggested within it through the lens of other recent research. Topics covered include the Olympics, professional Ice Hockey, Cricket, American Gladiator and professional wrestling.

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Published

2017-11-04

Issue

Vol. 16 (2001): Paying tribute to the work of Patsy Adam-Smith (1924-2001)

Section

International and Comparative Studies

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