William J. Morgan Bücher

The book explores the moral complexities of sport, addressing the challenges of differing perspectives on its purpose and significance. It delves into how individuals can navigate these disagreements to find common ground and make ethical decisions in the realm of athletics. By examining various viewpoints, the author aims to provide insights into fostering understanding and cooperation among diverse stakeholders in the sports community.

The degradation of modern sport--its commercialization, trivialization, widespread cheating, cult of athletic stars and celebrities, and manipulation by the media--has led to calls for its transformation. William J. Morgan constructs a critical theory of sport that shores up the weak arguments of past attempts and points a way forward to making sport more humane, compelling, and substantive. Drawing on the work of social theorists, Morgan challenges scholars and fans alike to explore new spaces in sport culture and imagine the rich cultural and political possibilities to be found in the pastimes we follow with such passion.

William Morgan's account offers a gripping look into his experiences with the O.S.S. during World War II, where he initially evaluated candidates for espionage roles. His journey takes a thrilling turn as he parachutes into occupied France, collaborating with the Maquis to disrupt German operations before the Allied invasion. The narrative is enriched with vivid descriptions of training exercises that assess creativity and problem-solving skills, alongside eight pages of photographs that enhance the historical context.

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