by John Horne (2006)
Drawing on recent developments in sociological theory and research, particularly in relation to debates about culture and consumption, this book examines how sport - as both recreational practice and commercial spectacle - has become more central to the capitalist 'economies of signs and space'.
Nicholas O'Connell
Soaring 20,320 feet into the thin Arctic air, Denali is the highest and coldest summit in North America and one of the most coveted mountaineering prizes on the planet. In this novel of adventure, adversity, and ambition four men set out to conquer it.
Fausto Martin De Sanctis
This book identifies possible loopholes in existing international legislation for money laundering in sports. It specifically describes proposals to prevent and monitor these illegal gambling activities in soccer.
Sharon Lennon & Mona Mansour
Offers ideas, instructions, and tips for redecorating bedrooms for both boys and girls geared towards particular themes, including a soccer field, a rain forest, an Arabian palace, and a Broadway theatre.
Amory B. Lovins
"Amory B. Lovins is one of the world's leading authorities on energy, integrative design, and their links with economy, environment, development, and security. This unique collection brings together his most important and influential writings and forms an inspiring resource for anyone wishing to gain a deeper understanding of the issues which lie at the heart of sustainability and energy challenges. Featuring work from across his long career spanning energy, design, transport, climate, security, law, mountaineering, politics, proliferation, health, business, biotechnology, physics, and politics, the book explores the relevance of the ideas to the sustainability problems we face today - a relevance which is often [exasperatingly] evident. The collection also includes old and new personal essays on the environment and poignant letters to the editor. The selection shows Lovins' development as an expert in the complex technical fields of energy and resource policy as well as his simple love of the planet we call home."--Pub. desc.