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Sport in Ancient Times - Praeger Series on the Ancient World Annotated edition
Nigel B. Crowther
Sport in Ancient Times - Praeger Series on the Ancient World Annotated edition
Nigel B. Crowther
Looks at the role of sport as practiced in several important civilisations in the ancient world. This book explores how athletics had an importance that extended beyond physical prowess to include military associations, religious ritual, status, and politics. It also compares the significance of famous sporting figures in the ancient societies.
210 pages, 1, black & white illustrations
Media | Books Hardcover Book (Book with hard spine and cover) |
Released | January 30, 2007 |
ISBN13 | 9780275987398 |
Publishers | Bloomsbury Publishing Plc |
Pages | 208 |
Dimensions | 163 × 240 × 19 mm · 480 g |
Language | English |
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