"Physical activity, inactivity and their relationship to health are serious concerns for governments around the world. This is the first book to critically examine the policy and practice of physical activity from a multi-disciplinary, social-scientific perspective. Moving beyond the usual biophysical and epidemiological approaches, it defines and explores the key themes that are shaping the global physical activity debate. Unrivalled in ..."
"Joseph Maguire is a Professor in the School of Sport & Exercise Sciences atLoughborough University. Currently, he is President of the International Sociology of Sport Association, a member of the Research Council of the International Sociological Association, and co-editor of Research in the Sociology of Sport. He also acts as an advisor to the Association of Commonwealth Universities Scholarship Scheme and is a member of the British Ol ..."
"This edited collection includes articles which examine the complex relationships between sport, physical activity and public health. It reflects a current expansion in academic, policy and practice interest in sport and physical activity for public health. Our contributors discuss issues connected to the politics and policy of sport, physical activity and public health by focusing on a range of theoretical themes including evidence and ..."
" Sport Worlds: A Sociological Perspective takes a novel approach to tracing the intimate and extensive relationships between sport and other social worlds. By examining classic issues and current trends, the text offers students and practitioners alike a broad base of knowledge with which to challenge the everyday conventions and practices of sport.Joseph Maguire, Grant Jarvie, Louise Mansfield, and Joe Bradley deftly highlight the wa ..."
"Delightfully illustrated guide opens the fragrant door to growing, savoring, and appreciating garlic, dill, basil, fennel, rosemary, sesame, 67 different herbs that can be grown anywhere. From soil preparation to harvesting and storing. Over 55 recipes; also legends, myths, medicinal uses, more."