Sport and Peace-Building in Divided Societies by John Sugden,... - 9780367340018

Name: Sport and Peace-Building in Divided Societies by John Sugden,... - 9780367340018
Brand: Taylor & Francis

Taylor & Francis

Sport is a cultural institution that stands at the interface between political and civil society. In divided communities, sport has been an agent of separation, sectarian hatred and violence, but also a highly effective tool for conflict resolution, reconciliation and peace-building.\nIn this important study, John Sugden and Alan Tomlinson draw on their extensive international experience of working with divided communities to develop a methodological and theoretical model for peace-building in sport. The book showcases original case studies from three regions of the world in which sport has played a prominent role in social deconstruction and reconstruction: Northern Ireland, Israel/Palestine and South Africa. Combining a wealth of primary and secondary data, the authors chart the rise of\n\nSport and Peace-Building in Divided Societies\nPlaying with Enemies\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mail tracked services.\n\;