Women in Sport

Issues and Controversies

Author: Greta L. Cohen
ISBN: 0803949804

The issues that impact on the emergence of girls and women into the mainstream of American sport are explored in this comprehensive overview. The contributors, from a wide range of backgrounds, examine the political, historical, economic, psychological, physiological and sociological issues significant to women's participation in sports. Topics covered include: joining the sports establishment; homophobia in sports; exploitation of minorities; and competitiveness versus nurturing in sports.

Publisher: SAGE Publications
Publish Date: 1993-04-28

Subjects: Social Science / Gender Studies

This book is available in the following Community Centers: Women's Center (Location: Sports )