Sports in American Life: A History

by Richard O. Davies

This richly documented book traces the evolution of American sports from the colonial period to the present. The narrative is organized around the argument that sports have been a significant social force throughout American history.

Emphasizes the social, economic, and cultural interaction between sports and larger issues, such as gender, race, and class.

Includes 50 photographs of key events and figures in the history of American sports.

Written in a compelling, narrative style to engage undergraduate students.

Genres: History, Sports

512 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2006

About the author

Richard O. Davies is Distinguished Professor of History, Emeritus, at the University of Nevada, Reno.

Reviews

[Pete · Rating 4 out of 5]

used this to prep for teaching my sports culture class this summer. totally got the job done as a basis for sketching out a history of sports in america, and was not unfun to read. not mad at this book at all, would recommend if you ever need to get situated to teach about sports at a college-ish level.

[Jack Woodbury · Rating 2 out of 5]

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