The British Horseracing Film

Author : Stephen Glynn
Publisher : Springer
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2019-01-05
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9783030051808

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The British Horseracing Film by Stephen Glynn Pdf

This book constitutes the first full volume dedicated to an academic analysis of horseracing in British cinema. Through comprehensive contextual histories of film production and reception, together with detailed textual analysis, this book explores the aesthetic and emotive power of the enduringly popular horseracing genre, its ideologically-inflected landscape and the ways in which horse owners and riders, bookmakers and punters have been represented on British screen. The films discussed span from the 1890s to the present day and include silent shorts, quota quickies and big-budget biopics. A work of social and film history, The British Horseracing Film demonstrates how the so-called “sport of kings” functions as an accessible institutional structure through which to explore cinematic discussions about the British nation—but also, and equally, national approaches to British cinema.

Author : Wray Vamplew,Joyce Kay
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 071465356X

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Encyclopedia of British Horseracing by Wray Vamplew,Joyce Kay Pdf

This innovative approach to the history of British horse racing is a unique source of information. As well a comprehensive guide to traditional themes, the Encyclopedia provides reference on a broad range of less well-studied issues.

Author : Stephen Glynn
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2021-08-20
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9783030742102

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The British Boxing Film by Stephen Glynn Pdf

This book constitutes the first full volume dedicated to an academic analysis of the sport of boxing as depicted in British film. Through close textual analysis, production and reception histories and readings that establish social, cultural and political contexts, the book explores the ways in which prizefighters, amateur boxers, managers and supporters (from Regency gentry to East End gangsters) are represented on the British screen. Exploring a complex and controversial sport, it addresses not only the pain-versus-reward dilemma that boxing necessarily engenders, but also the frequently censorious attitude of those in authority, with boxing’s social development facilitating a wider study around issues of class, gender and race, latterly contesting the whole notion of ‘Britishness’. Varying in scope from Northern circuit comedies to London-based ‘ladsploitation’ films, from auteur entries by Alfred Hitchcock to programme fillers by E.J. Fancey, the boxing film also serves as a prism through which one can trace major historical shifts in the British film industry.

Author : Alan Shuback
Publisher : University Press of Kentucky
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2019-10-22
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9780813178318

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Hollywood at the Races by Alan Shuback Pdf

Horse racing was so popular and influential between 1930 and 1960 that nearly 150 racing themed films were released, including A Day at the Races, Thoroughbreds Don't Cry, and National Velvet. This fast-paced, gossipy history explores the relationship between the Hollywood film industry, the horse racing industry, and the extraordinary participation of producers, directors, and actors in the Sport of Kings. Alan Shuback details how all three of Southern California's major racetracks were founded by Hollywood luminaries: Hal Roach was cofounder of Santa Anita Park, Bing Crosby founded Del Mar with help from Pat O'Brien, and Jack and Harry Warner founded Hollywood Park with help from dozens of people in the film community. The races also provided a social and sporting outlet for the film community -- studios encouraged film stars to spend a day at the races, especially when a new film was being released. The stars' presence at the track generated a bevy of attention from eager photographers and movie columnists, as well as free publicity for their new films. Moreover, Louis B. Mayer, Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire, Betty Grable, and Don Ameche were all major Thoroughbred owners, while Mickey Rooney, Chico Marx, and John Huston were notorious for their unsuccessful forays to the betting windows.

Author : Mike Huggins
Publisher : Manchester University Press
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : History
ISBN : 0719065291

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Horseracing and the British, 1919-39 by Mike Huggins Pdf

This is a detailed consideration of the history of racing in British culture and society and an exploration of the cultural world of racing during the inter-war years. the supposedly respectable middle classes, and gave some working-class groups hope and consolation during economically difficult times. Regular attendance and increased spending on betting were found across class and generation and women too were keen participants. Enjoyed by the Royal Family and controlled by the Jockey Club and National Hunt Committee, racing's visible emphasis on rank and status helped defend hierarchy and gentlemanly amateurism and provided support for more conservative British attitudes. The mass media provided a cumulative cultural validation of racing, helping define national and regional identity and encouraging the affluent consumption of sporting experience and frank enjoyment of betting. exploration of the internal culture of racing itself: the racecourse and course life, trainers and jockeys, owners and breeders. be of value for undergraduate courses on the history of modern British society, sport and cultural studies and should be welcomed by racing enthusiasts everywhere.

Author : Seán Crosson
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2020-08-31
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781000172508

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Sport, Film and National Culture by Seán Crosson Pdf

Sport and film have historically been key components of national cultures and societies. This is the first collection dedicated to examining the intersection of these popular cultural forces within specific national contexts. Covering films of all types, from Hollywood blockbusters to regional documentaries and newsreels, the book considers how filmic depictions of sport have configured and informed distinctive national cultures, societies and identities. Featuring case studies from 11 national contexts across 6 continents – including North and South America, Europe, Africa, Asia and Oceania – it reveals the common and contrasting approaches that have emerged within sport cinema in differing national contexts. This is fascinating and important reading for all students and researchers working in film, media, cultural studies or sport, and for broader enthusiasts of both sport and film.

Author : Dr Joyce Kay,Professor Wray Vamplew
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2012-10-02
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781135762667

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Encyclopedia of British Horse Racing by Dr Joyce Kay,Professor Wray Vamplew Pdf

The Encyclopedia of British Horse Racing offers an innovative approach to one of Britain's oldest sports. While it considers the traditional themes of gambling and breeding, and contains biographies of human personalities and equine stars, it also devotes significant space to neglected areas. Entries include: social, economic and political forces that have influenced racing controversial historical and current issues legal and illegal gambling, and racing finance the British impact on world horseracing history and heritage of horseracing links between horse racing and the arts, media and technology human and equine biographies venues associated with racing horseracing websites The Encyclopedia of British Horse Racing provides a unique source of information and will be of great interest to sports historians as well as all those whose work or leisure brings them into the world of racing.

Author : Stella Hockenhull
Publisher : Springer
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2017-04-27
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781137489920

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British Women Film Directors in the New Millennium by Stella Hockenhull Pdf

This book focuses on the output of women film directors in the period post Millennium when the number of female directors working within the film industry rose substantially. Despite the fact that nationally and internationally women film directors are underrepresented within the industry, there is a wealth of talent currently working in Britain. During the early part of the 2000s, the UKFC instigated policies and strategies for gender equality and since then the British Film Institute has continued to encourage diversity. British Women Directors in the New Millennium therefore examines the production, distribution and exhibition of female directors’ work in light of policy. The book is divided into two sections: part one includes a historical background of women directors working in the twentieth century before discussing the various diversity funding opportunities available since 2000. The second part of the book examines the innovation, creativity and resourcefulness of British female film directors, as well as the considerable variety of films that they produce, selecting specific examples for analysis in the process.

Author : Paul A. Rees
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 528 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2017-09-20
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781118876442

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The Laws Protecting Animals and Ecosystems by Paul A. Rees Pdf

There is currently no basic text in wildlife law suitable for the wide range of courses in wildlife conservation and animal welfare at both bachelors and masters level, or for the large number of people who work in conservation and animal welfare; The Laws Protecting Animals and Ecosystems fills the gap in this significant market for a basic law text applicable to students and professionals whose primary training is in biology but who require a basic understanding of the laws relating to the protection of animals and ecosystems. The text is applicable to a wide range of subjects, including wildlife conservation, animal handling, animal welfare, animal husbandry, and veterinary science. This foundational text supports those studying animal and ecosystem law by providing an overview of the basic legal principles, national and international laws, terminology, the legal mechanisms used to protect animals and ecosystems, and a compendium of the major animal welfare and conservation laws in major English speaking countries. Dr. Rees has been teaching wildlife law for 20 years and ecology for over 35 years and is ideally placed to write this book.

Author : John Oakland
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2013-10-31
Category : History
ISBN : 9781317797067

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British Civilization by John Oakland Pdf

British Civilization: A Student's Dictionary is an invaluable reference guide to the British way of life.It explains the often puzzling and confusing terms and phrases used routinely in Britain and by British people. This easy-reference alphabetical guide sheds light on a comprehensive selection of words, phrases, organizations and institutions. All these are fundamental features of British civilization and society, and include aspects of: * politics and government * the Law, economics and industry * education * the media * religion and social welfare * health and housing * leisure and transport.

Author : Lionel Bently,Brad Sherman,Dev Gangjee,Phillip Johnson
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 1561 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2022-10-31
Category : Law
ISBN : 9780198869917

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Intellectual Property Law by Lionel Bently,Brad Sherman,Dev Gangjee,Phillip Johnson Pdf

Intellectual Property Law is the definitive textbook on the subject. The authors' all-embracing approach not only clearly sets out the law in relation to copyright, patents, trade marks, passing off, and confidentiality, but also takes account of a wide range of academic opinion enabling readers to explore and make informed judgements about key principles. The particularly clear and lively writing style ensures that even the most complex areas are lucid and comprehensible. Digital formats and resources The sixth edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats, and is supported by online resources. The e-book offers a mobile experience and convenient access along with functionality tools, navigation features and links that offer extra learning support: www.oxfordtextbook.co.uk/ebooks

Author : Arthur James Wells
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1884 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Bibliography, National
ISBN : UOM:39015066099196

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The British National Bibliography by Arthur James Wells Pdf

Author : Stephen Glynn
Publisher : Springer
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2018-05-03
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9783319777276

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The British Football Film by Stephen Glynn Pdf

This book constitutes the first full volume dedicated to an academic analysis of British football as depicted on film. From early single-camera silents to its current multi-screen mediations, the repeated treatment of football in British cinema points to the game’s importance not only in the everyday rhythms of national life but also, and especially, its immutable place in the British imaginary landscape. Through close textual analysis together with production and reception histories, this book explores the ways in which professional footballers, amateur players and supporters (the devoted and the demonized) have been represented on the British screen. As well as addressing the joys and sorrows the game necessarily engenders, British football is shown to function as an accessible structure to explore wider issues such as class, race, gender and even the whole notion of ‘Britishness’.

Author : Barry J. Rodger,Angus MacCulloch
Publisher : Cavendish Publishing
Page : 358 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2001-10-17
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781843143062

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Competition Law by Barry J. Rodger,Angus MacCulloch Pdf

Competition law, at both the EC and UK levels, plays an important and ever increasing role in regulating the conduct of businesses. Competition law can affect business contracts, take-overs and mergers, co-ordinated actions, pricing behaviour and, also, S

Author : Rebecca Cassidy
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 255 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2013-03-28
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781107495739

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The Cambridge Companion to Horseracing by Rebecca Cassidy Pdf

People have been racing horses for thousands of years, all over the world. Yet horseracing is often presented as an English creation that was exported, unaltered, to the colonies. This Companion investigates the intersection of racing and literature, art, history and finance, casting the sport as the product of cross-class, cosmopolitan and international influences. Chapters on racing history and the origins of the thoroughbred demonstrate how the gift of a fast horse could forge alliances between nations, and the extent to which international power dynamics can be traced back to racetracks and breeding sheds. Leading scholars and journalists draw on original research and firsthand experience to create portraits of the racetracks of Newmarket, Kentucky, the Curragh, and Hunter Valley, exposing readers to new racing frontiers in China and Dubai as well. A unique resource for fans and scholars alike, reopening essential questions regarding the legacy and importance of horseracing today.