Global Perspectives on Sports and Christianity

Name: Global Perspectives on Sports and Christianity
Brand: Taylor & Francis

Taylor & Francis

Global Perspectives on Sports and ChristianityAuthor(s): Afe Adogame, Nick J. Watson, Andrew Parker\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781138828520, 978-1138828520\nSynopsis\nWhile the relationship between sport and religion is deeply rooted in history, it continues to play a profound role in shaping modern-day societies. This edited collection provides an inter-disciplinary exploration of this relationship from a global perspective, making a major contribution to the religious, social scientific and theological study of sport. \n\nIt discusses the dialectical interplay between sport and Christianity across diverse cultures, extending beyond a Western perspective to include studies from Africa, South America and Asia, as well as Europe, the UK and the US. Containing contributions from leading experts within the field, it reflects on key topics including race, gender, spirituality, morality, interfaith sport clubs, and.