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Nigel B. Crowther

Sport in Ancient Times

(Hardback)

By: Nigel B. Crowther

ISBN: 9780275987398 Copied!
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Jan 2007
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
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Looks at the role of sport as practiced in several important civilisations in the ancient world. This book explores how athletics had an importance that extended beyond physical prowess to include military associations, religious ritual, status, and politics. It also compares the significance of famous sporting figures in the ancient societies.

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