Includes bibliographical references and index.

"This book brings to one volume 19 essays representing some of the best sport history research in the field today. Sport in America helps fill the gaps in American sport history literature and provides a balanced perspective by presenting a variety of approaches to historical research." "This anthology is designed to supplement the most widely used sport history texts and provide a valuable reference for sport history specialists." "Written by distinguished scholars, these articles explore the changes and patterns of American sport over the past 400 years. You'll learn about topics ranging from the changing attitudes toward health and exercise to southern backcountry gouging matches and the importance of recreational and sporting activities for slaves."--Jacket

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