Sport in Capitalist Society

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Exploring the evolution of modern sport, this book examines its roots in the mid-eighteenth century capitalist economy of England and its transformation into today's globalized corporate landscape. It challenges the notion that capitalism has corrupted sport, positing instead that modern sport is intrinsically linked to capitalist development, alongside factories and financial markets. Utilizing original sources, the narrative highlights how significant political and economic events over the last two centuries have influenced the shape of contemporary sports.