The Olympic Legacy

Author : J A Mangan,Mark Dyreson
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 314 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2013-10-18
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781317966616

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Olympic Legacies: Intended and Unintended by J A Mangan,Mark Dyreson Pdf

For more than a century, the Olympics have been the modern world's most significant sporting event. Indeed, they deserve much credit for globalizing sport beyond the boundaries of the Anglo-American universe, where it originated, into broader global realms. By the 1930s, the Olympics had become a global mega-event that occupied the attention of the media, the interest of the public and the energies of nation-states. Since then, projected by television, funded by global capital and fattened by the desires of nations to garner international prestige, the Olympics have grown to gargantuan dimensions. In the course of its epic history, the Olympics have left numerous legacies, from unforgettable feats to monumental stadiums, from shining triumphs to searing tragedies, from the dazzling debuts on the world's stage of new cities and nations to notorious campaigns of national propaganda. The Olympics represent an essential component of modern global history. The Olympic movement itself has, since the 1990s, recognized and sought to shape its numerous legacies with mixed success as this book makes clear. It offers ground-breaking analyses of the power of Olympic legacies, positive and negative, and surveys the subject from Athens in 1896 to Beijing in 2008, and indeed beyond. This book was published as a special issue of the International Journal of the History of Sport.

Author : Vassil Girginov
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2018-04-19
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781351629256

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Rethinking Olympic Legacy by Vassil Girginov Pdf

How do Olympic legacies come about? This book offers an alternative approach to the study of Olympic and mega-sport event legacy, challenging how legacy is conceptualised and practised. It shifts the focus from legacy as a retrospective concept concerned with what has been left behind after the Games, to a prospective one interested in actions and interactions stimulated by the Games. The book argues that creating Olympic legacy is a continuing four-stage process involving ‘investing’ (the accumulated common Olympic cultural capital), ‘interpelling’ (forming a trusteeship relationship where one party undertakes to change the capacity of another), ‘developing’ (ensuring participation in interactions and resource development) and ‘codifying’ (documenting, sharing and remembering legacies so they become cultural capital). It presents a developmental approach to the Olympics which involves vision, trustees and trusteeship and is concerned with capacity building at individual, organisational and societal levels. Thinking of Olympic legacy as capacity building allows seeing the goal of legacy as an embodiment of the aspirations of the Olympic Movement and the Games to introduce radical change in society by transforming its structure. Rethinking Olympic Legacy is essential reading for all students and scholars within an interest in the Olympics, as well as for administrators, policymakers and planners involved with mega-sport events.

Author : Spencer Harris,Mathew Dowling
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2021-08
Category : Olympics
ISBN : 0367751259

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Sport Participation and Olympic Legacies by Spencer Harris,Mathew Dowling Pdf

"This book examines claims that the Olympic Games are a vehicle to inspire and increase mass sports participation. It focuses on the mass sport participation legacy of the most recent hosts of the summer Olympics, including Atlanta, Sydney, Athens, Beijing, London, Rio and Tokyo. It is organised by host city/country and applies an analytical framework to each, addressing the socio-political context that shapes sport policy, the key changes in sport policy, the structure and governance of community sport, the Olympic and Paralympic legacy, and the changes in mass sport participation before, during and after the games. The book is important reading for students, researchers and policy makers working in sport governance, sport development or management and the sport policy sector"--

Author : Gary Armstrong,Richard Giulianotti,Dick Hobbs
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2016-06-17
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317747024

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Policing the 2012 London Olympics by Gary Armstrong,Richard Giulianotti,Dick Hobbs Pdf

The summer Olympic Games are renowned for producing the world’s biggest single-city cultural event. While the Olympics and other sport mega-events have received growing levels of academic investigation from a variety of disciplinary approaches, relatively little is known about how such occasions are experienced directly by local host communities and publics. This ethnography examines the everyday policing of the London Borough of Newham in relation to the London 2012 Olympics. It explains how police defined, monitored, prioritized, contained and investigated ‘Olympic-related’ crime, and how ‘Olympic-related’ policing connected to the policing of Newham. The authors examine how the threat of terrorism impacted on the everyday policing of the 2012 Olympics, as well as the exaggeration of other threats to the Games – such as youth gangs – for political reasons. The book also explores local resistance to Olympic policing, and the legacy of the Games with regard to policing, local housing, demographics and social exclusion. Discussing the lessons that can be learned for the future staging of sporting mega-events, this book will appeal to scholars and students with interests in sport, policing, crime and criminology, mega-events, event management, urban studies, global studies and sociology.

Author : Alan Tomlinson
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2017-10-02
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317379126

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The Olympic Legacy by Alan Tomlinson Pdf

This comprehensive collection provides an overview of social scientific perspectives on Olympic legacy, using specialist analyses and selected cases to illuminate the recurring anthropological, political, and sociological dimensions of the legacy debate. Drawing upon research conducted on the Beijing, Vancouver, Athens, London and Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games, it identifies the recurrent rhetoric that has characterised the legacy debate, alongside the harsh realities that contradict many legacies and aspirations. Fifteen researchers from six countries contribute a range of critical analytical studies which explore macro-perspectives on the shifting political economy symbolized at Beijing or in an over-reaching Greece, the soft power benefits perceived by the Rio 2016 organizers, the anthropological study of neighbourhood spaces threatened by corporate branding, and the apparatus of surveillance surrounding an Olympic Games. The symbolic importance of the Games is also captured in studies of volunteer motivations, labour and work initiatives, and the introduction of women’s boxing at London 2012. In a comprehensive overview, Alan Tomlinson illuminates the rhetoric of successive Olympic cycles and the rise to prominence of the legacy question in that debate. This book was originally published as a special issue of Contemporary Social Science.

Author : Michael Gillard
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2019-07-25
Category : True Crime
ISBN : 9781448217427

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Legacy by Michael Gillard Pdf

'Reveals criminal corruption on a scale that the Kray twins would never have dreamt of' John Pearson, Profession of Violence, The Rise and Fall of the Kray Twins 'Gillard's detailed investigation makes for a stunning and shocking read' Barry Keeffe, The Long Good Friday 'Legacy illustrates the sordid links between business, politics and organised crime' Ioan Grillo, El Narco and Gangster Warlords When billions poured into the neglected east London borough hosting the 2012 Olympics, a turf war broke out between crime families for control of a now valuable strip of land. Using violence, guile and corruption, one gangster, the Long Fella, emerged as a true untouchable. A team of local detectives made it their business to take him on until Scotland Yard threw them under the bus and the business of putting on 'the greatest show on earth' won the day. Protecting the Olympic legacy by covering up a scandal of suspicious deaths and corruption seemed more important than protecting Londoners from the predatory Long Fella and his friends in suits. For others at Scotland Yard, the crime lord was simply too big and too dangerous to take on. Award-winning journalist Michael Gillard took up where they left off to expose the tangled web of chief executives, big banks, politicians and dirty money where innocent lives are destroyed and the guilty flourish. Gillard's efforts culminated in a landmark court case, which finally put a spotlight on the Long Fella and his friends and exposed London's real Olympic legacy.

Author : Eva Kassens-Noor
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2012-06-25
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781136315473

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Planning Olympic Legacies by Eva Kassens-Noor Pdf

When a city wins the right to hold the Olympics, one of the oft cited advantages to the region is the catalytic effect upon the urban and transport projects of the host cities. However, with unparalleled access to documents and records, Eva Kassens-Noor questions and challenges this fundamental assertion of host cities who claim to have used the Olympic Games as a way to move forward their urban agendas In fact, transport dreams to stage the "perfect games" of the International Olympic Committee and the governments of the host cities have lead to urban realities that significantly differ from the development path the city had set out to accomplish before winning the Olympic bid. Ultimately it is precisely the IOC’s influence – and the city’s foresight and sophistication (or lack thereof) in coping with it – that determines whether years after the Games there are legacies benefitting the former hosts. The text is supported by revealing interviews from lead host city planners and key documents, which highlight striking discrepancies between media broadcasts and the internal communications between the IOC and host city governments. It focuses on the inside story of the urban and transport change process undergone by four cities (Barcelona, Atlanta, Sydney, and Athens) that staged the Olympics and forecasts London and Rio de Janeiro’s urban trajectories. The final chapter advises cities on how to leverage the Olympic opportunity to advance their long-run urban strategic plans and interests while fulfilling the International Olympic Committee’s fundamental requirements. This is a uniquely positioned look at why Olympic cities have – or do not have – the transport and urban legacies they had wished for. The book will be of interest to planners, government agencies and those involved in organizing future Games.

Author : Eva Kassens Noor
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2020-01-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030385538

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Los Angeles and the Summer Olympic Games by Eva Kassens Noor Pdf

This open access book describes the three planning approaches and legacy impacts for the Olympic Games in one locale: the city of Los Angeles, USA. The author critically compares the similarities and differences of the LA Olympics by reviewing the 1932 and 1984 Olympics and by analyzing the concurrent planning process for the 2028 Olympics. The author unravels the conditions that make (or do not make) LA28’s argument “we have staged the Games before, we can do it again” compelling. Setting the bid’s promises into the contemporary local and global mega-event contexts, the author analyzes why LA won the bids, how those wins allowed LA to negotiate concessions with the IOC and NOC, and how legacies were planned, executed, and ultimately evolved. The author concludes with a prediction which 2028 legacy promises might and might not be fulfilled given the local and international Olympic contexts.

Author : E. W. Roberts
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 399 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2021-07-19
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798540376532

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Storm Front Over Atlantis by E. W. Roberts Pdf

When Olympian gods now residing in Atlantis take an interest in 17-year-old Victoria "Vic" Hartley, bloody chaos ensues in her sleepy Florida hometown of Great Oak. While the ancients try to protect her, Vic's enemies seek to destroy her...and Vic is becoming aware of unique abilities and increasing powers that she doesn't understand. As forces beyond her wildest imagination clash, can she survive? Is she, in fact, the heir to Atlantis?

Author : Spencer Harris,Mathew Dowling
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2021-08-10
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781315523750

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Sport Participation and Olympic Legacies by Spencer Harris,Mathew Dowling Pdf

This book examines claims that the Olympic Games are a vehicle to inspire and increase mass sport participation. It focuses on the mass sport participation legacy of the most recent hosts of the summer Olympics, including Atlanta, Sydney, Athens, Beijing, London, Rio, and Tokyo. It is organised by host city/country and applies an analytical framework to each, addressing the socio-political context that shapes sport policy, the key changes in sport policy, the structure and governance of community sport, the Olympic and Paralympic legacy, and the changes in mass sport participation before, during, and after the Games. The book is important reading for students, researchers, and policymakers working in sport governance, sport development or management, and the sport policy sector.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1022985814

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Olympic Legacy by Anonim Pdf

Author : Phil Cohen,Paul Watt
Publisher : Springer
Page : 460 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2017-09-20
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781137489470

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London 2012 and the Post-Olympics City by Phil Cohen,Paul Watt Pdf

This book brings together a body of new research which looks both backwards and forwards to consider how far the London 2012 Olympic legacy has been delivered and how far it has been a hollow promise. Cohen and Watt consider the lessons that can be learnt from the London experience and aptly apply them other host cities, specifically Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020. The Olympics are often described as a ‘mega-event’ in a way that assumes the host cities have no other existence outside, before or beyond the contexts imposed by the Games themselves. In terms of regeneration, the London 2012 Olympics promised to trigger a mega-regeneration project that was different to what had come before. This time the mistakes of other large-scale projects like London Docklands and Canary Wharf would be put right: top-down planning would be replaced by civic participation, communication and ‘the local’. This edited collection questions how far the 2012 London legacy really is different. In so doing, it brings fresh evidence, original insights and new perspectives to bear on the post-Olympics debate. A detailed and well-researched study, this book will be of great interest to scholars of urban geography, sociology, urban planning, and sports studies.

Author : Emmanuel J John
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2024-04-29
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9798324362829

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The Olympic Legacy by Emmanuel J John Pdf

THE OLYMPIC LEGACY: A HISTORY OF THE WORLD'S GREATEST ATHLETIC EVENT: A GUIDE TO PARIS 2024 OLYMPIC Explore the rich history of the Olympic Games, from ancient Greece to the modern era, in this comprehensive and insightful guide. "The Olympic Legacy" explore the fascinating story of the world's greatest athletic event, highlighting iconic moments, legendary athletes, and the evolution of the Games over time. With a focus on the historical significance and cultural impact of the Olympics, this ebook is a must-read for anyone interested in the Games. You'll discover: The ancient roots of the Olympics and their significance in Greek culture The modern Olympic movement and its development over the years The stories of iconic Olympic moments and athletes that shaped the Games The Olympic legacy and its impact on the world, including economic, social, and cultural effects From the birth of the Olympics in ancient Greece to the modern-day spectacle, this ebook takes you on a journey through the history of the Games. You'll learn about the key figures, events, and moments that have shaped the Olympics into what they are today. Whether you're a sports enthusiast, a history buff, or simply curious about the Olympic movement, "The Olympic Legacy" is the ultimate resource for anyone looking to understand the significance and excitement of the Olympic Games. This ebook is a thoughtful and engaging exploration of the Olympic legacy, making it a great read for anyone interested in sports, history, or culture. With its comprehensive and insightful approach, "The Olympic Legacy" is the perfect companion for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the Olympic Games. So why wait? Buy your copy of "The Olympic Legacy" today and discover the fascinating history and cultural significance of the Olympic Games!

Author : Gillian Evans
Publisher : Springer
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2016-08-12
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781137290731

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London's Olympic Legacy by Gillian Evans Pdf

This book provides a unique perspective on the behind the scenes planning of London's Olympic legacy. The author had unprecedented access to the legacy organisations, institutions, and individuals involved with the 2012 Games. This has allowed her, in a highly accessible and engaging style, to capture a sense of the unfolding drama as attempts were made in London to harness the juggernaut of Olympic development, and its commercial imperative, to the broader cause of meaningful post-industrial regeneration in East London. The book argues that London will become the test-case city against which the legacies of all future Olympic Games, and other sporting mega-events, will be judged. The author provides the first in-depth case study of a mega-event legacy planning operation, and sets out a constructive conclusion, which details the lessons to be learnt from London's experience. Exploring the relationship between mega event planning, and post-industrial urban regeneration, this book will appeal to scholars across Sociology, Sport and Olympic studies, Anthropology, Urban Studies and Geography as well as policymakers and practitioners in urban and sport planning.

Author : Penny Bernstock
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2016-05-13
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781317085904

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Olympic Housing by Penny Bernstock Pdf

One of the distinguishing characteristics of London's bid to host the games was its commitment to legacy where it was argued that ’the legacy would lead to the regeneration of an entire community for the direct benefit of everyone who lives there’. This book adopts a critical approach to the concept of 'legacy' focussing specifically on housing. It argues there will be a range of both intended and unintended legacy outcomes and an urgent need for revised strategies if those original objectives are to be achieved. The concept of legacy is explored in a number of ways, including an overview of housing legacy in other host cities; the experiences and perspectives of those residents decanted to make way for the Olympic Park; a critical review of legacy plans; a detailed analysis of the conversion of the Athletes’ Village into housing; and a case study of the emerging area ’Stratford High Street’, which explores issues of social class change and the limitation of planning policies. Whilst taking housing as its focus, this book adopts a sociological perspective by exploring the likelihood of social class change in order to draw conclusions about 'gentrification', 'social polarisation' and the extent to which 'social inclusion' is reflected in housing legacies.