The Paralympic Games Explained

by Ian Brittain

The Paralympic Games Explained is the first complete introduction to the Paralympic phenomenon, exploring every key aspect and issue, from the history and development of the Paralympic movement to the economic and social impact of the contemporary Games. Containing features such as review questions, study activities, web links and guides to further reading throughout this book is essential reading for all students with an interest in disability sport, sporting mega-events, the politics of sport, or disability in society.

185 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 1, 2009