What does it mean when a hit that knocks an American football player unconscious is cheered by spectators? What are the consequences of such violence for the pa
A provocative, must-read investigation that both appreciates the importance of—and punctures the hype around—big-time contemporary American athletics In an
Embracing studies of football fans across Europe, this book tackles questions of power, national and regional identities, and race and racism, highlighting the
Football is ubiquitous and a permanent fixture of modern life. More than a sport, it frequently manifests in broader popular culture. This book examines the sig
Is football an athletic contest or a social event? Is it a game of skill, a test of manhood, or merely an organized brawl? Michael Oriard, a former professional