Power, Pain and Professional Cycling
Author | : John Connolly |
Publisher | : Edward Elgar Publishing |
Total Pages | : 213 |
Release | : 2024-06-05 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781803927220 |
ISBN-13 | : 1803927224 |
Rating | : 4/5 (224 Downloads) |
Download or read book Power, Pain and Professional Cycling written by John Connolly and published by Edward Elgar Publishing. This book was released on 2024-06-05 with total page 213 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This insightful book presents a sociological study of professional cycling, examining developments in the sport since its emergence in the late 19th century. John Connolly thoroughly explores key aspects of professional cycling including the emergence of professionalism, organisational structure, doping, gender, and recent American involvement in the sport.