Bøker av Stephen Wagg

A collection of essays on the symbolic role of sport in the delicate interplay of the superpowers during the Cold War, which shows how sport and politics became inextricably intertwined.

A student-friendly introduction to the broad field of leisure studies, encouraging students to engage in reflexive analysis of their own common sense understandings of contemporary leisure practices.

Thatcher's Grandchildren explores sociological and political issues about childhood that have that have become increasingly significant in the twenty first century within a political landscape framed by neo-liberalism. Issues addressed include child protection and abuse, the media, education and schooling, and poverty.

Stimulating and practical student guide to the key concepts in the increasingly popular field of sports studies.

Analysing the politics of the 2012 London Olympics, Stephen Wagg examines the framing of London's bid to host the Games, arguments about the Games' likely impact and the establishment of 'Fortress London' to protect the Games. The book asks who won, and who lost out, in this important event as well as exploring its media coverage and legacy.

This book takes stock of British football at the beginning of the twenty-first century.