Yago Col+ís
Ball Don't Lie (Sporting)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781439912430
- author:
- Yago Col+ís
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Temple University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 200
- Dimensions:
- 15.2 x 1.8 x 22.9 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Social Sciences, Sociology, Yago Col+ís,Ball Don't Lie (Sporting),Temple University Press,1439912432,Sociology & Anthropology: Professional,Sports & Recreation,Sports,Basketball - Social aspects - United States,Basketb
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Ball Don't Lie: Myth, Genealogy, and Invention in the Cultures of Basketball By Santiago Colás The phrase "ball don't lie" has become an integral part of American popular culture, often used to express frustration with referees' decisions. However, its origins are rooted in a different context - the urban playgrounds where basketball was first played. This book explores how language and power intersect in the history of basketball, from its invention to the present day. Colás challenges prevailing myths about the sport's past, instead presenting an alternative narrative that highlights the creative agency of players and their innovations. He argues that basketball is a dynamic, evolving entity that reflects and shapes broader cultural and social trends. By examining the intersections between language, culture, and sports, Ball Don't Lie offers a fresh perspective on this beloved American sport. Through his analysis, Colás reveals that basketball cannot be reduced to a single essence or fixed identity, but rather exists as a complex, ever-changing expression of physical culture.
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