Sport ...

Sport ...

John Colquhoun

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2012
Materia
Historia social y cultural
ISBN:
9781286274002
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'Sport ... A Lecture Delivered ... To The Philosophical Institution On November 20, 1874' offers a fascinating glimpse into the sporting culture of the late 19th century. Originally presented as a lecture by John Colquhoun, this work provides insights into the role of sports within the social fabric of the time. Colquhoun’s observations capture the spirit and values associated with various sporting activities, reflecting the broader societal attitudes and philosophical underpinnings of the era.This lecture serves as a valuable historical document, shedding light on the evolution of sports and their significance beyond mere recreation. Readers interested in social history, the history of sports, and 19th-century thought will find Colquhoun’s words both informative and thought-provoking.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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