Today the Paralympic Movement is recognised as a global sporting
phenomenon attracting thousands of athletes from an ever-increasing
number of countries. "Athlete First" provides a thoroughly
researched history and analysis of the Paralympic Movement,
including the development and organisation of the International
Paralympic Committee. As well as recounting factual achievements
and events, the book examines the position of sport and
international competition for people with a disability within their
changing historical context and in relation to the Olympic Movement
and able-bodied sport.
The first history of the origins and development of the
Paralympic movement Examines disabled sport and international
competition within their changing historical context Includes
details of key players in the movement - on and off the field
Written in an accessible style by a recognised historian
"Athlete First" will prove invaluable to researchers and
professionals involved in the field of sport and disability as well
as sport scientists and physical education specialists with an
interest in sports history.
The Publisher appreciates the role played by the International
Council of Sport Science and Physical Education (ICSSPE) in
bringing this publication to fruition, and acknowledges the
financial assistance provided by the International Olympic
Committee.
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