A People's History of Tennis: People's History
Autor David Berryen Limba Engleză Paperback – 19 mai 2020
From the birth of modern tennis in Victorian Britain to the present day, we bear witness to struggles around sexuality, gender, race and class that have transformed the nature of tennis and sport itself. A People's History of Tennis is populated by diverse voices, recounting the sport's gay origins, 'Workers' Wimbledon', battles for gender equality and more.
Going beyond center court, this book reveals the hidden history of the game, providing a rich account of the challenges faced and victories won.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9780745339658
ISBN-10: 0745339654
Pagini: 256
Dimensiuni: 135 x 215 x 23 mm
Greutate: 0.33 kg
Editura: PLUTO PRESS
Colecția Pluto Press
Seria People's History
ISBN-10: 0745339654
Pagini: 256
Dimensiuni: 135 x 215 x 23 mm
Greutate: 0.33 kg
Editura: PLUTO PRESS
Colecția Pluto Press
Seria People's History
Recenzii
"This antidote to cream teas and privilege celebrates tennis and its enthusiasts through the sport’s hitherto silenced stories. A great read" - Kath Woodward
"We might think of lawn tennis as a sport of the privileged, but this fascinating, beautifully written book reveals that in its 150-year history it has been played with passion by women, lesbians and gays, ethnic minorities and socialists alike" - Lucy Bland
"David Berry's delightfully gossipy book delves into the personal histories of tennis players famous and unknown. He lovingly charts the progress of the game since its beginnings in the Victorian period and explains why so many people, players and spectators, love it" - Elizabeth Wilson, author of 'Love Game: A History of Tennis, from Victorian Pastime to Global Phenomenon'
"A suffragette plot to burn down Wimbledon, Jewish quotas at your local tennis club, All England Married Couples Championships - you think you know tennis and then along comes this compelling little gem by David Berry, positing a progressive social history of the sport that surprises and delights. Hugely enjoyable and highly informative" - David Cohen, Investigations Editor at the London Evening Standard
"We might think of lawn tennis as a sport of the privileged, but this fascinating, beautifully written book reveals that in its 150-year history it has been played with passion by women, lesbians and gays, ethnic minorities and socialists alike" - Lucy Bland
"David Berry's delightfully gossipy book delves into the personal histories of tennis players famous and unknown. He lovingly charts the progress of the game since its beginnings in the Victorian period and explains why so many people, players and spectators, love it" - Elizabeth Wilson, author of 'Love Game: A History of Tennis, from Victorian Pastime to Global Phenomenon'
"A suffragette plot to burn down Wimbledon, Jewish quotas at your local tennis club, All England Married Couples Championships - you think you know tennis and then along comes this compelling little gem by David Berry, positing a progressive social history of the sport that surprises and delights. Hugely enjoyable and highly informative" - David Cohen, Investigations Editor at the London Evening Standard
'David Berry's delightfully gossipy book delves into the personal histories of tennis players famous and unknown. He lovingly charts the progress of the game since its beginnings in the Victorian period and explains why so many people, players and spectators, love it.'
'A suffragette plot to burn down Wimbledon, Jewish quotas at your local tennis club, All England Married Couples Championships - you think you know tennis and then along comes this compelling little gem by David Berry, positing a progressive social history of the sport that surprises and delights. Hugely enjoyable and highly informative.'
Notă biografică
David Berry is a writer, journalist and filmmaker. He has written about health and leisure for a variety of publications, and for twenty-five years he was a documentary director for the BBC. He has been playing tennis since he was eleven years old.
Cuprins
Introduction
1. Mavericks
2. Feminists
3. Members
4. Stars
5. Players
6. Socialists
7. Entrepreneurs
8. Performers
9. Enthusiasts
10. Immigrants
11. Outsiders
12. Trailblazers
13. Professionals
14. Amateurs
Conclusion
1. Mavericks
2. Feminists
3. Members
4. Stars
5. Players
6. Socialists
7. Entrepreneurs
8. Performers
9. Enthusiasts
10. Immigrants
11. Outsiders
12. Trailblazers
13. Professionals
14. Amateurs
Conclusion
Descriere
Tennis is much more than Wimbledon! This story reveals the hidden history of the sport.