Sport, Politics and Society in the Arab World
Description
This book explores the significance of sport in the understanding of past and current societal dynamics in the Arab world. It examines sport in relation to cultural, political and economic changes in the Arab World, including nation-state building, the formation of national identity and international relations in post-colonial context.
Keywords
Political ScienceWorldMiddle EasternSocial ScienceSociologySports & RecreationAnthropologyCultural & SocialHistory & TheoryPolitical IdeologiesCultural & Social Aspects
2011Book
Author(s)Mahfoud Amara
PublisherPalgrave Macmillan UK
ISBN9780230307926
LanguageEnglish
