The Routledge Handbook of Sport in Asia

Book Overview

This is the first book to offer a comprehensive overview of the history, development and contemporary significance of sport in Asia. It addresses a wide range of issues central to sport in the context of Asian culture, politics, economy and society.

The book explores diverse topics, including the history of traditional Asian sport; the rise of modern sport in Asia; the Olympic Movement in Asia; mega sport events in Asia; sport governance...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0367183773
• ISBN13: 9780367183776
• Release Date: July 2020
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 616 Pages
• Weight: 2.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.8" x 9.7"