{"product_id":"beyond-the-concept-of-sport","title":"Beyond the Concept of Sport","description":"Beyond the Concept of Sport challenges tired assumptions about athletics to unveil sports' underestimated yet far-reaching social impact and philosophical significance. While governments downplay its influence, author Robert Griffiths recognizes that sports - especially cricket - deeply channels the human spirit for participants and fans alike. He eschews cliches to deliver fresh insight into sports' resonance.\nThis is no dry academic tome, but rather a lively examination blending scholarship with accessibility. Griffiths brings iconoclastic yet sage opinions to unpacking how athletic pursuits shape culture and consciousness. He illuminates the under-appreciated role sports play in forging identity, purpose, inspiration, escapism and more for millions globally. Grappling with issues often overlooked when discussing athletics, Griffiths' unconventional analysis explores fandom, nationalism, arts, business, and the very meaning woven through sports' rituals.\nWritten with passionate intellect, wry wit, and a distaste for the dull, Beyond the Concept of Sport cries out to be read by both die-hard fans and curious sceptics. After all, few human realms spark such fervour and unity across the world's divides like that of sports. This book captures that emotional impact while elevating sports as a subject worthy of serious yet spirited consideration.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 1035845113\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.1035845113.VG\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Very Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Griffiths, W Robert\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: Book has little sign of wear or use  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43337819390013,"sku":"BVV.1035845113.VG","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/1035845113-0.jpg?v=1783894855","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/beyond-the-concept-of-sport","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}