| Steroids and Doping in Sports: A Reference Handbook Revised Edition Contributor(s): Newton, David (Author) |
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ISBN: 1440854815 ISBN-13: 9781440854811 Publisher: ABC-Clio, LLC OUR PRICE: $64.35 Product Type: Hardcover Published: April 2018 * Not available - Not in print at this time * |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Self-help | Substance Abuse & Addictions - General - Political Science - Sports & Recreation |
| Dewey: 362.290 |
| LCCN: 2017030028 |
| Series: Contemporary World Issues (Hardcover) |
| Physical Information: 1.3" H x 6.3" W x 9.1" (1.55 lbs) 376 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Now in its second edition, this book provides readers, with updated critical and objective information about steroids and doping in sports. The first two chapters deal with the history and background of steroids and doping in sports in addition to current problems, controversies, and possible solutions. Additionally, they provide readers with the background to understand the nature of the problems involving steroid use and doping in sports in the United States and worldwide. New to this edition is the Perspectives chapter. Composed of diverse voices, this chapter allows readers to gain insight from scholars, athletes, journalists, and others who have a stake in the issues. Remaining chapters provide a variety of research tools, such as primary documents and biographical profiles, for readers to use in continuing their research. Other resources include a chronology, a glossary, and an extensive annotated bibliography. |