A Social History of English Cricket
- 400pagine
- 14 ore di lettura
A Social History of English Cricket is an encyclopaedic survey of the game, from its humble origins all the way to modern floodlit finishes. schovat popis
Derek Birley Libri
Sir Derek Birley è stato un educatore e scrittore inglese con un profondo interesse per lo sport, in particolare per il cricket. Il suo lavoro si addentra spesso nelle dimensioni sociali e culturali dello sport, esaminandone l'impatto sulla società. Birley ha esplorato come lo sport plasmi l'identità e le relazioni interpersonali.
Focusing on the British education service, this work delves into its intricate administration and the financial and legislative challenges it faced up to the early 1970s. Through detailed analysis, it reveals the complexities and evolving nature of the educational system during that period, providing insights into the factors that shaped its development.
An Equal Chance
- 224pagine
- 8 ore di lettura
This book, first published in 1971, provides an account of educational and social services, their functions, and how they relate to each other. It discusses their problems and makes constructive and original proposals for their future development.