Athletes Breaking Bad: Essays On Transgressive Sports Figures
Sports are often seen as a microcosm of society, reflecting our values and aspirations. But what happens when the athletes we admire break the rules? When they commit crimes, use performance-enhancing drugs, or engage in other forms of misconduct?
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| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 2846 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Print length | : | 240 pages |
| Item Weight | : | 1.19 pounds |
| Dimensions | : | 6.14 x 0.39 x 9.21 inches |
Athletes Breaking Bad: Essays On Transgressive Sports Figures is a collection of essays that explores the dark side of sports. The essays in this book tackle a wide range of topics, from doping and domestic violence to sexual assault and gambling. They offer a fascinating glimpse into the lives of some of the most notorious athletes in history, and they raise important questions about the role of sports in our society.
The Essays
The essays in Athletes Breaking Bad are written by a diverse group of scholars, journalists, and athletes. Each essay offers a unique perspective on a different aspect of transgressive sports behavior. Some of the essays focus on individual athletes, such as Lance Armstrong, Marion Jones, and O.J. Simpson. Others examine broader trends, such as the use of performance-enhancing drugs in professional sports or the prevalence of domestic violence among athletes.
The essays in this book are well-written and engaging. They are full of fascinating stories and insights. They are also thought-provoking and challenging. They will force you to confront the dark side of sports and to question your own assumptions about athletes and athleticism.
Athletes Breaking Bad: Essays On Transgressive Sports Figures is a must-read for anyone interested in sports, crime, or society. It is a fascinating and disturbing book that will challenge your assumptions about the world of sports.
About the Author
Dr. Patrick Burke is a professor of sociology at the University of California, Los Angeles. He is the author of several books on sports and society, including The Social Construction of the Athlete and The Sporting Life: Cultural Constructions of Sport and the Body.
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5 out of 5
| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 2846 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Print length | : | 240 pages |
| Item Weight | : | 1.19 pounds |
| Dimensions | : | 6.14 x 0.39 x 9.21 inches |
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| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 2846 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Print length | : | 240 pages |
| Item Weight | : | 1.19 pounds |
| Dimensions | : | 6.14 x 0.39 x 9.21 inches |
