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Publisher | Taylor & Francis |
Author(s) | Daniel L. Wann / Jeffrey D. James |
Subtitle | The Psychology and Social Impact of Fandom |
Edition | 2 |
Published | 21st August 2018 |
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The Psychology and Social Impact of Fandom
Sports, and the fans that follow them, are everywhere. Sport Fans: The Psychology and Social Impact of Fandom examines the affective, behavioral, and cognitive reactions of fans to better comprehend how sport impacts individual fans and society as a whole. Using up-to-date research and theory from multiple disciplines including psychology, sociology, marketing, history, and religious studies, this textbook provides a deeper understanding of topics such as:
The text also provides a detailed investigation of the darker side of sport fandom, including fan aggression, as well as a critical look at the positive value of fandom for individuals and society.
Sport Fans
expertly combines a rigorous level of empirical research and theory in an engaging, accessible format, making this text the essential resource on sport fan behavior.