by Donald J. Mrozek (Author)
Today's interest in sports in America has its roots in the period from 1880-1940. As Mrozek shows, famous and forgotten figures and athletes helped shaped the modern craze. A national interest in sports could only be sustained after the upper classes ceased opposing organized sports.
Author Biography
Donald J. Mrozek is a professor of history of Kansas State University.
Number of Pages: 304
Dimensions: 0.79 x 8.52 x 5.52 IN
Publication Date: December 11, 1983