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Pristine lawns, tennis whites, strawberries and cream, tennis is synonymous with the upper echelons of society, but scratch beneath the surface and youll quickly discover a different history, one of untold struggles on and off the courts. 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 Peoples History of Tennis is populated by diverse voices, recounting the sports 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.About the AuthorDavid 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.
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Vânzător: Elefant.ro
Brand: Pluto Press (uk)
