Athlete First: A History of the Paralympic Movement

In addition to recounting factual achievements and events, this book examines the position of sport and international competition for people with a disability within their changing historical context and in relation to the Olympic Movement and able-bodied sport.

Today the Paralympic Movement is recognized as a global sporting phenomenon attracting thousands of athletes from an ever-increasing number of countries. Athlete First provides a thoroughly researched history and analysis of the Paralympic Movement, including the development and organization of the International Paralympic Committee.

Written in an accessible style by a recognised historian, it will prove invaluable to researchers and professionals involved in the field of sport and disability as well as sport scientists and physical education specialists with an interest in sports history.

• Features the first history of the origins and development of the Paralympic movement
• Examines disabled sport and international competition within their changing historical context
• Includes details of key players in the movement – on and off the field

The publisher appreciates the role played by the International Council of Sport Science and Physical Education (ICSSPE) in bringing this publication to fruition, and acknowledges the financial assistance provided by the International Olympic Committee.

Platform:

OvidSP

Publisher:

Wiley

Product Type:

Book

Author:

Bailey, Steve

ISBN:

978-0-47-005824-4

Specialty:

• Sports Medicine

Language:

English

Edition:

1st

Pages:

302

Publication Year:

2008

Doody's Star Rating®:

Score:

81