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Focusing on ancient Greek principles, this book presents a tripartite model of sports ethics that emphasizes personal, civic, and global integration. Authors Heather Reid and Mark Holowchak propose a balanced approach, termed the "golden mean," to navigate between commercialism and recreationalism in sports. Aimed primarily at students and academics, it also appeals to professionals in the sports field, offering a philosophical framework for understanding competition in contemporary contexts.
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Aretism, Heather Reid, Mark Holowchak
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- 2013
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- Title
- Aretism
- Subtitle
- An Ancient Sports Philosophy for the Modern Sports World
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Heather Reid, Mark Holowchak
- Publisher
- RLPG/Galleys
- Publisher
- 2013
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 234
- ISBN13
- 9780739182086
- Category
- Philosophy
- Description
- Focusing on ancient Greek principles, this book presents a tripartite model of sports ethics that emphasizes personal, civic, and global integration. Authors Heather Reid and Mark Holowchak propose a balanced approach, termed the "golden mean," to navigate between commercialism and recreationalism in sports. Aimed primarily at students and academics, it also appeals to professionals in the sports field, offering a philosophical framework for understanding competition in contemporary contexts.