The London Olympics of 2012: Politics, Promises and Legacy (Global Culture and Sport)

by Stephen Wagg

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Analysing the politics of the 2012 London Olympics, Stephen Wagg examines the framing of London's bid to host the Games, arguments about the Games' likely impact and the establishment of 'Fortress London' to protect the Games. The book asks who won, and who lost out, in this important event as well as exploring its media coverage and legacy.
  • ISBN10 1349576441
  • ISBN13 9781349576449
  • Publish Date 14 January 2014
  • Publish Status Cancelled
  • Out of Print 13 April 2017
  • Publish Country US
  • Imprint Palgrave MacMillan
  • Edition 2015 ed.
  • Format Paperback (US Trade)
  • Pages 211
  • Language English