Sport and Violence
Lynn M. Jamieson • 2012 • Taylor & Francis Group
- Author
- Lynn M. Jamieson
- First published
- 2012
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Group
- ISBN
- 9781136435805
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Sport and Violence was published in 2012 by Routledge, a division of the Taylor & Francis Group, as part of their academic series examining the sociological implications of athletic culture. Author Lynn M. Jamieson, a professor emeritus known for her work in leisure and recreation studies, developed the text to critically analyze the intersection of aggressive behavior and competitive sports. It serves as a scholarly investigation into why violence manifests in athletic environments, ranging from youth leagues to professional stages.
The book explores the paradox of institutionalized sports, which are traditionally valued for fostering character and discipline while simultaneously serving as a stage for physical hostility. Jamieson provides a comprehensive framework that examines the psychological, cultural, and environmental factors contributing to these incidents. The work has been received primarily as a foundational resource within academic criminology and sports sociology curricula, valued for its attempt to synthesize complex behavioral theories into a practical discussion for practitioners and students alike.
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