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Body & Soul: Notebooks of an Apprentice Boxer,Used
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When French sociologist Loc Wacquant signed up at a boxing gym in a black neighborhood of Chicago's South Side, he had never contemplated getting close to a ring, let alone climbing into it. Yet for three years he immersed himself among local fighters, amateur and professional. He learned the Sweet science of bruising, participating in all phases of the pugilist's strenuous preparation, from shadowboxing drills to sparring to fighting in the Golden Gloves tournament. In this experimental ethnography of incandescent intensity, the scholarturnedboxer fleshes out Pierre Bourdieu's signal concept of habitus, deepening our theoretical grasp of human practice. And he supplies a model for a 'carnal sociology' capable of capturing 'the taste and ache of action.'Body & Soul marries the analytic rigor of the sociologist with the stylistic grace of the novelist to offer a compelling portrait of a bodily craft and of life and labor in the black American ghetto at century's end.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: Who is the author of 'Body & Soul: Notebooks of an Apprentice Boxer'? A: The author of 'Body & Soul: Notebooks of an Apprentice Boxer' is Loïc Wacquant, a French sociologist.
- Q: What is the main theme of the book? A: The main theme of the book is the exploration of boxing as a form of cultural practice, merging the analytical perspective of sociology with the personal experiences of training and competition in the sport.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has 288 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Body & Soul' published? A: The book was published on November 23, 2006.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in sociology? A: Yes, the book is suitable for readers interested in sociology, particularly those looking to understand the concept of habitus through the lens of boxing.
- Q: What can readers expect from the author's writing style? A: Readers can expect a blend of analytic rigor and stylistic grace, as Loïc Wacquant combines sociological insights with narrative elements.
- Q: Can this book be beneficial for athletes? A: Yes, athletes, especially boxers, may find this book beneficial as it offers insights into the physical and mental aspects of training and competition.
- Q: Are there any notable features of this book? A: Notable features include its commitment to quality, as it is in mint condition and is dispatched the same day for orders received before noon.
- Q: What is the recommended audience for 'Body & Soul'? A: The recommended audience includes scholars, students, and anyone interested in boxing, sociology, and cultural studies.