Sport and Society in Ancient Greece (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780521497909)

This book is the only up-to-date general introduction to ancient Greek sport now available in English. Its subjects include the origins and history of the Olympic games, athletic nudity, professionalism, and the place of women in Greek sport. Accessible to nonspecialists, its overall perspective and discussions of many particular problems will also interest experts in Greek history and sport studies.

Author: Mark Golden,Golden Mark
ISBN-10: 0521497906
ISBN-13: 9780521497909
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 09/10/1998
Pages: 232
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 8.90h x 6.00w x 0.80d