History and philosophy of sport and physical activity
AUTOR: R. Scott Kretchmar... [et al.]
TÍTULO: History and philosophy of sport and physical activity
COTA: EF/632-BC
EDITOR: Human Kinetics
ANO: 2017
RESUMO: Blending historical grounding and philosophical insights regarding sport and physical activity, History and Philosophy of Sport and Physical
Activity covers the historical and philosophical dimensions of the study of human movement. This cross-disciplinary text shows how theory in the
humanities can affect professional practice.
The author team, R. Scott Kretchmar, Mark Dyreson, Matthew P. Llewellyn, and John Gleaves, offers philosophical and ethical analyses alongside
explorations of changes in culture. The text follows a chronology of human movement from our origins as hunter-gatherers to the present. The
authors blend their specific areas of expertise to present a thorough integration of philosophy and history, capitalizing on the strengths of both
disciplines.
History and Philosophy of Sport and Physical Activity examines sport and physical activity as a social force. Each chapter provides a historical
scaffolding that leads into philosophical discussions about the issues raised. The content is compelling, effective, and accessible for readers.
Student exercise sidebars allow students to explore questions as they go, especially in relating philosophical inquiry to historical events. Historical
profile sidebars throughout the chapters allow students to gain greater insight into historical figures and events. Ancillaries include an instructor
guide, a presentation package, and a test package to help instructors make the most of the historical, philosophical, anthropological, and
sociological issues presented in the book.
History and Philosophy of Sport and Physical Activity is designed to reduce any gap that might exist between good ideas and sound professional
behavior. Historical lessons and philosophical analyses are seamlessly integrated.
Readers will understand the intersection of history, culture, ideals, ethics, and professional practice from sport’s leading philosophers and
historians.