Black Cyclists : The Race for Inclusion

• Autore: Turpin Robert J
• Pubblicazione: Champaign : , : University of Illinois Press, , 2024; ©2024
• Edizione: 1st ed.
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (254 pages)
• Disciplina: 796.620922
• Soggetto topico: African American cyclists; Racism in sports
• Nota di contenuto: Cover -- Title -- Copyright -- Contents -- Acknowledgments -- Introduction -- 1 From the Outset -- 2 The Mode of Liberation -- 3 Drawing the Color Line -- 4 In Response to the Color Line -- 5 The New Woman -- 6 Six Days in a Row -- 7 Going Abroad -- 8 Home Trainers and Vaudeville -- 9 Once Was Lost -- Epilogue: Born Again -- Notes -- Index -- Back Cover
• Sommario/riassunto: Robert J. Turpin's 'Black Cyclists: The Race for Inclusion' explores the history and challenges faced by African American cyclists within the broader context of racism in sports in the United States. The book delves into the societal barriers and the struggle for inclusion faced by Black cyclists, highlighting their contributions and resilience. Turpin aims to shed light on the intersection of race and sports, offering insights into how systemic racism has affected participation and recognition in cycling. The work is intended for readers interested in sports history, racial studies, and social justice, combining thorough research with personal anecdotes to provide a comprehensive view of the subject.
• Titolo autorizzato: Black Cyclists
• ISBN: 9780252056611; 0252056612
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Record Nr.: 9910985658503321
• Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II
• Serie: Sport and Society Series