Fair and foul : beyond the myths and paradoxes of sport /

In this expanded edition of an outstanding book first published a decade ago (CH, Dec'99, 37-2216), Eitzen (emer., sociology, Colorado State Univ.) updates his exploration of the ways sport impacts the individual and society. The author examines a number of especially intriguing topics, including the extent to which sport functions in a unifying manner; the use of sport symbols; the ability of sport to help shape character development; the potential outcomes (both positive and negative) from sport participation; and the myths regarding big-time college sports. This fourth edition includes two new chapters: "The Organization of Children's Play: Peer Centered or Adult Centered?" and "The Globalization of Sport." Both are extremely informative and highlight current issues in contemporary sport. The book is especially well suited for undergraduates in sport sociology or sport studies programs, but will be of interest and use to those interested in the way sport intersects with broader sociological issues. Summing Up: Highly recommended. Lower- and upper-division undergraduates; professionals; general readers. D. R. Hochstetler Penn State University