Description:
The challenges and achievements of female athletes in the U.S. are the focus of this collection of nearly 300 articles and biographies that portray the diversity, depth, and meaning of their sports experiences. Written by prominent experts as well as by the athletes themselves, these articles offer a unique, authoritative perspective on topics ranging from women's earliest involvement in sports through recent events at the 1997 world and national championships.
Review Quotes: ..."a comprehensive source of information encompasing the area of women and sport in the United States of America....It is not only impressive, but also inspirational, providing further support that prominent roles in society are available to women....They are educational, and without sounding too redundant, truly inspirational....Undoubtedly, teachers and students could put this volume to excellent use....this volume very competently covers the field as related to women and sport in the USA."-Education Libraries