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Sport is big business; international in nature and the focus of much media and cultural attention. In this 'Very Short Introduction', Mike Cronin charts the history of sport, from its traditional origins in folk football and cock fighting to its position as a global phenomenon today. Looking at a variety of sports from team games such as rugby, cricket, and football to games for individuals such as golf, tennis, and skiing, he considers how these first emerged and captivated the interest of show more ordinary people, and how sport has been transformed within our daily lives. show lessTags
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Mike Cronin is Senior Research Fellow in History at De Montfort University, Leicester.
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Common Knowledge
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- Sport: A Very Short Introduction
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