Transatlantic Sport
| Author | : Muradali Ibrahímo |
| Publisher | : Edward Elgar Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 234 |
| Release | : 2003-01-01 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9781843767367 |
| ISBN-10 | : 1843767368 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (68 Downloads) |
Download or read book Transatlantic Sport written by Muradali Ibrahímo and published by Edward Elgar Publishing. This book was released on 2003-01-01 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The vast sums of money generated by sport worldwide have meant that the laws of economic competition have an important role to play in the organization and regulation of the industry. This volume offers a comparative perspective on the economics of sport and highlights both the similarities and differences in the North American and European models of sport. It tackles policy issues, such as organizing, financing and regulation of team sports alongside theoretical issues regarding income redistribution and competitive balance. It also evaluates the impact of sport and sports events on local com.
