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Sport and Politics Under an Eastern Sky
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781021734327
Publisher: Legare Street Pr
Published: Jul 18 2023
Pages: 460
Weight: 1.41
Height: 0.93 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
In this insightful book, Lord Zetland reflects on his experiences as a colonial administrator in India and the role of sport in the political and social life of the region. Drawing on his personal experiences as well as historical and cultural research, Zetland provides a unique perspective on the intersection of sport and politics in India and beyond.
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