Introduction to the Philosophy of Sport

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<p><a></a><span>This comprehensive text examines the history, significance, and philosophical dimensions of sport.</span><span>Introduction to the Philosophy of Sport, second edition,</span><span> is organized to reflect the traditional division of philosophy into metaphysical, ethical, epistemological and political issues, while incorporating specific concerns of todays athletic world, such as technology, violence, and professionalism.</span></p><p></p><p><span>The second edition features expanded sections on social categories (including race, gender, and disability), sport in schools, and collegiate sports. Each chapter includes discussion questions, and the book features a comprehensive glossary.</span></p><p></p>

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<p><span>Heather L. Reid</span><span> is professor of philosophy at Morningside College and scholar in residence at Exedra Mediterranean Center in Siracusa, Sicily. She is a 2015 Fellow of the American Academy in Rome, 2018 Fellow of Harvards Center for Hellenic Studies, and 2019 Fulbright Scholar at the Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II. As founder of Fonte Aretusa, she promotes conferences and research on Western Greece. She has also published books and articles in ancient philosophy, philosophy of sport, and Olympic Studies, including</span><span>Introduction to the Philosophy of Sport</span><span> (2012),</span><span>Athletics and Philosophy in the Ancient World</span><span> (2011), and</span><span>The Philosophical Athlete</span><span> (2002, 2nd ed. 2019).</span></p><p></p>

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