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Sports and the American Jew (Sports and Entertainment) Paperback – June 1, 1998

by Steven Riess (Editor)
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This book debunks the conventional stereotype that Jews and sports are somehow anathema and clearly demonstrates that sports have long been a significant institution in Jewish American life. Jews were among the very first professional baseball players and the most outstanding early American track stars. In the 1920s and 1930s they dominated inner-city sports such as basketball and boxing and produced star athletes in virtually all sports. Many Jews were also prominent in the business, communication, and literary aspects of sport. These essays, written by leading contemporary sports historians, examine the contributions of Jewish men and women to American sports. Steven A. Riess's article on this topic is the most comprehensive overview ever written and will doubtless become a standard reference for years to come.
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  1. Print length
    356 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Syracuse University Press
  4. Publication date
    June 1, 1998
  5. Dimensions
    6 x 0.78 x 9 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0815627610
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0815627616
  8. Lexile measure
    1360L
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Editor Riess's extensive introductory overview traces Jews' athletic progress from the 19th century onward. Overcoming Jewish tradition and Gentile prejudice, Jews often shone in sports. Riess (City Games, Univ. of Illinois, 1989) adds a full history of Jewish boxers?some of whom first put up their fists in self-defense?and includes the great lightweight champion Benny Leonard. Other essays assess Jewish basketball players, female Jewish athletes, settlement houses, and Jewish country clubs, adding a tribute to Hall of Fame baseball player Hank Greenberg. The last essay calls Eric Rolfe Greenberg's The Celebrant (Everest House, 1983) the best Jewish baseball novel. This original study is recommended for libraries that serve Jewish readers and large sports collections where interest warrants.?Morey Berger, St. Joseph's Hosp. Medical Lib., Tucson, AZ
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"Sports and the American Jew dispels a central myth of our culture: there are no Jewish athletes. Readers discover the long-forgotten exploits of Lucius N. Littauer playing Ivy League football, Carla Greenspan's achievements on the tennis team at Hunter College, and (of course) the attainments of celebrated heroes like Hank Greenberg, Barney Ross, Sandy Koufax, and Fred Lebow. This is a book that will make readers kvell (overflow with pride)." ― Michael H. Ebner, author of Creating Chicago's North Shore: A Suburban History

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Syracuse University Press; First Edition (June 1, 1998)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 356 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0815627610
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0815627616
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 1360L
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.08 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.78 x 9 inches

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