Book Review: International Encyclopedia of Women & Sport

This encyclopedia set provides a comprehensive and international account of the evolution of women in sports. In addition to prominent female athletes, administrators, coaches, and physical educators, the volume chronicles sports, countries, and social issues that have made an impact on women in spo...

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Published in:Women in sport & physical activity journal 2001, Vol.10 (2), p.208-208
Main Author: Pitney, WA
Format: Review
Language:English
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Summary:This encyclopedia set provides a comprehensive and international account of the evolution of women in sports. In addition to prominent female athletes, administrators, coaches, and physical educators, the volume chronicles sports, countries, and social issues that have made an impact on women in sports. The authors selected to write each section are an eclectic but talented bunch with much interest and insight into the world of women in sport. Overall, there is a good mix of information about sport history, individual athletes, and the cultural influences upon women's participation in sport. The book is very readable and the text is occasionally supported with pictures of key figures and events that heighten the readers' experience. In general, any individual interested in women's sports, or the history of women in sport, would find this text useful. Sport enthusiasts, historians, educators, coaches, and athletes should appreciate the encyclopedia.
ISSN:1063-6161