The Oxford Companion to World Sports and Games
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Author Description
Intended to provide an authoritative introduction to most active sports and games which are played in international or national competition, and to many others of historic importance. Explains how the sport is played, and gives information on its rules and equipment, terminology and techniques, development, traditions and personalities. Includes shorter entries on outstanding players and performers, and on important sports events and venues, clubs and organisations.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This volume serves as a comprehensive reference work designed to document the rules, history, and cultural significance of international and national sports and games. John Arlott, a renowned cricket commentator and journalist, compiles this extensive resource to provide a structured overview of athletic competition. The text functions as an authoritative guide for understanding the mechanics, terminology, and development of various sporting disciplines across the globe.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Detailed explanations of rules, equipment, and techniques for a wide range of sports.
- Historical context regarding the development and traditions of competitive games.
- Biographical entries for notable athletes and performers.
- Information on significant sports venues, organizations, and clubs.
Scope Limits
- The text focuses primarily on sports with historical or competitive significance and does not cover every minor or regional recreational activity.
- As a historical reference, it does not include developments in sports technology or rule changes occurring after its publication date.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and researchers frequently cite this work as a foundational reference for sports history and terminology. Readers note the academic rigor of the entries, which provide a balanced view of both popular and niche sporting traditions.
Page Count:
1143
Publication Date:
1975-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford Univ Pr
ISBN-10:
0192115383
ISBN-13:
9780192115386
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