Routledge Handbook of the Philosophy of Sport

The Routledge Handbook of the Philosophy of Sport is a landmark publication in sport studies. It goes further than any other book in tracing the contours of the discipline of the philosophy of sport and the core themes, approaches and theories that form its disciplinary fabric. The book explores the ways in which an understanding of philosophy can inform our understanding of important prevailing issues in sport, such as doping and violence, and examines the interface between the philosophy of sport and other disciplines in sports research and practice, including management, coaching, politics and education. With original contributions from many of the world’s leading sport philosophers, this is an invaluable companion reference volume for any course in the social scientific study of sport.