Sport under Communism: Behind the East German 'Miracle' (Global Culture and Sport Series)

Sport under Communism: Behind the East German 'Miracle' (Global Culture and Sport Series) image
ISBN-10:

0230227848

ISBN-13:

9780230227842

Author(s): Dennis, M.; Grix, J.
Edition: 2012
Released: Apr 24, 2012
Format: Hardcover, 275 pages
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Description:

Based on original Stasi and Communist Party archival sources, this book uncovers why East Germany was for two decades running one of the most successful nations in the Summer and Winter Olympics, exploring how the central elite sports system was beset by internal tensions and disputes.











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