Includes bibliographical references (p. 235-245) and index.
Contents:
Introduction: Why study the philosophy of sport? -- History and heritage. The ancient hellenic heritage -- The modern Olympic revival -- Metaphysical issues in sport. Sport and play -- Sport and games -- Sport and social practices -- Sport and art -- Mind and body -- Ethical issues in sport. Consequentialism and play -- Deontology and fairness -- Virtues and vices -- Ethical spectacle -- Social and political issues in sport. Sport and education -- Sport and social categories -- Sport and political ideals -- Sport and globalization -- Conclusion: Ten intrinsic values of sport -- Appendix: Philosophy of sport as an academic subject.
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