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The History of Physical Culture in Ireland: by Conor Heffernan, Basingstoke, Palgrave Macmillan, 2021, 280 pp., £79.99 (hardback), ISBN 978-3-0306-3726-2.

Authors :
Curran, Conor
Source :
Sport in History; Mar2024, Vol. 44 Issue 1, p105-107, 3p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

"The History of Physical Culture in Ireland" by Conor Heffernan explores the birth and growth of physical culture in Ireland, as well as its international influence. The book examines the development of physical culture in Ireland, including the role of strongman Eugen Sandow and the establishment of gymnasiums by the Young Men's Christian Association. It also discusses the impact of historical events such as the Irish Revolution and the World Wars on physical culture in Ireland. The book delves into the development of physical education in schools and the emergence of organizations like the Women's League of Health and Beauty. Overall, the book provides a comprehensive and informative account of the history of physical culture in Ireland. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
17460263
Volume :
44
Issue :
1
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Sport in History
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
176244454
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/17460263.2021.1995646