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Exploring the intersection of sports and celebrity culture, this book delves into the reasons behind the prominence of sports stars in society. It examines the implications of their fame, including its impact on personal identity, public perception, and social dynamics. Through a critical lens, the text analyzes how these athletes shape cultural narratives and influence various aspects of modern life, revealing the complexities of fame in the realm of sports.
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The Sport Star, Barry Smart
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- Released
- 2005
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- Title
- The Sport Star
- Subtitle
- Modern Sport and the Cultural Economy of Sporting Celebrity
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Barry Smart
- Publisher
- Sage Publications, Inc.
- Released
- 2005
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 224
- ISBN13
- 9780761943501
- Category
- Social sciences
- Description
- Exploring the intersection of sports and celebrity culture, this book delves into the reasons behind the prominence of sports stars in society. It examines the implications of their fame, including its impact on personal identity, public perception, and social dynamics. Through a critical lens, the text analyzes how these athletes shape cultural narratives and influence various aspects of modern life, revealing the complexities of fame in the realm of sports.