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Whiteness and Leisure

Whiteness and Leisure

K. Spracklen

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Editorial:
Springer Nature B.V.
Año de edición:
2013
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Estudios étnicos
ISBN:
9781349439348
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This book develops a new theory of instrumental whiteness and leisure. Empirical research is drawn upon to highlight whiteness across a comprehensive and internationally-grounded range of leisure practices. The book explores sports participation, sports media and sports fandom, informal leisure, outdoor leisure, music, popular culture and tourism.

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