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Sport and Spectacle in the Ancient World

By Donald G. Kyle
Series: Ancient Cultures
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Sport and Spectacle in the Ancient World by Donald G. Kyle explores the vibrant and diverse athletic and entertainment events of ancient civilisations. The book delves into the cultural, religious, and political significance of sport and spectacle in societies such as Greece and Rome. It provides a comprehensive analysis of how these events shaped ancient life and thought while illustrating their lasting impact on modern culture.
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You might enjoy this book if you are fascinated by the rich history of sports and their role in ancient civilizations. It delves into the cultural significance of athletic competitions and public spectacles, offering insights into the social and political dynamics of ancient societies. This book is perfect for history enthusiasts who appreciate a detailed exploration of how sports shaped the ancient world.

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Sport and Spectacle in the Ancient World

The second edition of Sport and Spectacle in the Ancient World updates Donald G. Kyle s award-winning introduction to this topic, covering the Ancient Near East up to the late Roman Empire.

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The second edition of Sport and Spectacle in the Ancient World updates Donald G. Kyle's award-winning introduction to this topic, covering the Ancient Near East up to the late Roman Empire.

It challenges traditional scholarship on sport and spectacle in the Ancient World and debunks claims that there were no sports before the ancient Greeks.

This edition explores the cultural exchange of Greek sport and Roman spectacle and how each culture responded to the other's entertainment. It features a new chapter on sport and spectacle during the Late Roman Empire, including Christian opposition to pagan games and the Roman response.

Covers topics including violence, professionalism in sport, class, gender and eroticism, and the relationship of spectacle to political structures.

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Sport and Spectacle in the Ancient World by Donald G. Kyle is widely appreciated for its comprehensive exploration of ancient sports and public spectacles. Scholars praise its thorough research and engaging narrative, highlighting how it effectively blends historical analysis with cultural context. It is often regarded as an accessible resource that enriches understanding of the social and political roles of sports in ancient civilisations.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781118613566

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 December 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

Edition: 2nd edition

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 185.0mm

Height: 241.0mm

Weight: 590g

Pages: 384

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Ancient & Classical History Donald G. Kyle History & Military Non-Fiction Series: Ancient Cultures

About the Author

Donald G. Kyle is Professor, former Chair of History, and Distinguished Teaching Professor at the University of Texas at Arlington. He is the author of Athletics in Ancient Athens (1987), Spectacles of Death in Ancient Rome (1998), Sport and Spectacle in the Ancient World (Wiley-Blackwell 2007); and co-editor (with Paul Christesen) of A Companion to Sport and Spectacle in Greek and Roman Antiquity (Wiley-Blackwell 2014).

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