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Power Games: A Political History of the Olympics,New
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A timely, noholds barred, critical political history of the modern Olympic GamesThe Olympics have a checkered, sometimes scandalous, political history. Jules Boykoff, a former US Olympic team member, takes readers from the events nineteenthcentury origins, through the Games flirtation with Fascism, and into the contemporary era of corporate control. Along the way he recounts vibrant altOlympic movements, such as the Workers Games and Womens Games of the 1920s and 1930s as well as athleteactivists and political movements that stood up to challenge the Olympic machine.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Power Games: A Political History of the Olympics'? A: The book examines the political history of the modern Olympic Games, exploring its origins, controversies, and the impact of corporate control.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Jules Boykoff, a former member of the US Olympic team and a noted political scholar.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: The book contains 352 pages.
- Q: When was 'Power Games' published? A: The book was published on May 17, 2016.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations? A: Yes, this edition of the book is illustrated.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in sports history? A: Yes, it is a critical examination of the intersection of sports and politics, making it suitable for readers interested in sports history.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Power Games'? A: The book explores themes such as political movements, athlete activism, and the Olympic Games' historical ties to fascism and corporate interests.
- Q: Is this book considered a critical analysis of the Olympics? A: Yes, it provides a no-holds-barred critical political history of the Olympics.
- Q: What type of audience would benefit from this book? A: Scholars, students, and general readers interested in political history, sports, and social movements would benefit from this book.