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Examining the impact of the Olympics in a changed world, this book delves into the aftermath of bribery scandals and the implications of 9/11. It highlights the challenges faced by host cities and critiques the concept of "Olympic education" aimed at schoolchildren, questioning its effectiveness and relevance. Through a critical lens, the author explores the broader social and economic consequences of the Games, making it a thought-provoking read for those interested in sports, ethics, and urban development.
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Olympic Industry Resistance: Challenging Olympic Power and Propaganda, Helen Jefferson Lenskyj
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- Released
- 2008
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- Title
- Olympic Industry Resistance: Challenging Olympic Power and Propaganda
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Helen Jefferson Lenskyj
- Publisher
- State University of New York Press
- Released
- 2008
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 190
- ISBN13
- 9780791474792
- Category
- Social sciences, Sport
- Description
- Examining the impact of the Olympics in a changed world, this book delves into the aftermath of bribery scandals and the implications of 9/11. It highlights the challenges faced by host cities and critiques the concept of "Olympic education" aimed at schoolchildren, questioning its effectiveness and relevance. Through a critical lens, the author explores the broader social and economic consequences of the Games, making it a thought-provoking read for those interested in sports, ethics, and urban development.