Encyclopedia Of Women And Sports
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Overview
Women have participated in sports throughout history, but only in recent years has this participation become widespread and attained recognition equal to that of men. Encyclopedia of Women and Sports is a clearly written, comprehensive, illustrated volume including nearly 600 entries on all aspects of women and sports in the United States, from the different sports to people and events; from teams and organizations to laws and court cases.
Readers will learn about Stacy Allison, the first woman to climb Mt. Everest; women who have run the Boston Marathon; how the 19th Amendment has affected women's sports; female shotputters; and how steroids affect women's muscles. Features include an introduction, cross-references, bibliography, and index.
Students, librarians, historians, athletes, sports journalists, and general readers will find this book informative and entertaining, useful for both research and browsing.
Synopsis
Women have participated in sports throughout history, but only in recent years has this participation become widespread and attained recognition equal to that of men. Encyclopedia of Women and Sports is a clearly written, comprehensive, illustrated volume including nearly 600 entries on all aspects of women and sports in the United States, from the different sports to people and events; from teams and organizations to laws and court cases.
Readers will learn about Stacy Allison, the first woman to climb Mt. Everest; women who have run the Boston Marathon; how the 19th Amendment has affected women's sports; female shotputters; and how steroids affect women's muscles. Features include an introduction, cross-references, bibliography, and index.
Students, librarians, historians, athletes, sports journalists, and general readers will find this book informative and entertaining, useful for both research and browsing.
Library Journal
Women as athletes have came a long way from the first Olympic games, where they were banned from all events, to the present day, where equality and discrimination are still issues. This study by Sherrow, the author of numerous juvenile titles, is a testimony to the many women who have left an indelible mark on the sports world. Using alphabetically arranged subject and person entries, the author has compiled an impressive assortment of notable female athletes encompassing a wide range of disciplines, from traditional events like track and field to bullfighting and football. She also includes discussions of topics such as steroids, journalism, and much more. Added features include a good introduction, photos, a time line, and an extensive bibliography. A useful reference book offering new insights and complementing the existing literature; recommended for medium and large public libraries.-Larry Little, Penticton P.L., British Columbia