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<p>In this, the first generalized history of sport in Canada, the authors draw on their own research to discuss such topics as sport in nineteenth century Montreal; sport as a diversion for the elite in nineteenth century Toronto; three early sport celebrities—Louis Rubenstein, Ned Hanlan, and Louis Cyr; sport and physical education in schools and universities and the several leaders in these fields who had great influence on organized sport; sport between the wars; sport and technological change; women in sports; sports journalism; Canada at the Olympic Games; and the federal government's involvement in sport. Intended as a core text for physical education students, this engrossing survey will also reveal a rich background of activity and accomplishment, the knowledge of which will enhance the enjoyment of sport enthusiasts.</p>
- Author
- Don Morrow; Mary Keyes; Frank Cosentino; Ron Lappage; Wayne Simpson
- Publisher
- IRL Press at Oxford University Press
- Published
- 1989
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9780195406931
- Subjects
- Sports, Anthropology, History
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