Overview
Telling the story of Saints football in New Orleans is a way to understand larger social, political and economic conditions during pivotal moments of the city's history. This book is the first to explore the team's role in rebuilding the city following Hurricane Katrina. The author documents New Orleans' initial efforts to attract professional football, the Katrina disaster and some successes and failures during 10 years of post-disaster recovery. The narrative of community recovery and cohesion crafted by Saints fans transcends racial divides and illustrates the relationship between professional sports and the American city. The voices of female fans--largely overlooked in the study of sports--compel a more inclusive definition of football fandom.
Full Product Details
Author: Casey Schreiber
Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc
Imprint: McFarland & Co Inc
Dimensions:
Width: 15.20cm
, Height: 1.10cm
, Length: 22.90cm
Weight: 0.295kg
ISBN: 9781476662602
ISBN 10: 1476662606
Pages: 216
Publication Date: 13 September 2016
Recommended Age: From 18 years
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
A major contribution.... a natural disaster and catastrophe happened in a city with a unique history, unique people, and unique fans. Very compelling...well-written and flows nicely. --Dr. C. Keith Harrison, University of Central Florida.
 A major contribution.... a natural disaster and catastrophe happened in a city with a unique history, unique people, and unique fans. Very compelling...well-written and flows nicely. --Dr. C. Keith Harrison, University of Central Florida.
"""Furnishes an important evaluation of the role of the Saints in rebuilding New Orleans and the colorful rituals and language of its fans""--Journal of Sport History; ""A major contribution.... a natural disaster and catastrophe happened in a city with a unique history, unique people, and unique fans. Very compelling...well-written and flows nicely.""--Dr. C. Keith Harrison, University of Central Florida."
A major contribution.... a natural disaster and catastrophe happened in a city with a unique history, unique people, and unique fans. Very compelling...well-written and flows nicely. -- Dr. C. Keith Harrison, University of Central Florida Dr. C. Keith Harrison, University of Central Florida
Author Information
Casey Schreiber is assistant professor of urban studies and public policy at Dillard University in New Orleans.
