August 15, 2025

McLeod, Hugh. Religion and the Rise of Sport in England. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2022; pp. 304.

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The review emphasizes the significant role of religion in shaping sporting culture in England, and its lasting impact on contemporary practices.
McLeod's work demonstrates how historical contexts of religion have influenced the development and transformation of sport, revealing cultural dynamics.
Analysis of religious influence on sport types and societal attitudes shows how these have evolved over time in England's historical framework.
This book review highlights the need for further research on the interplay between religion and sport, indicating rich areas for inquiry in cultural history.

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Journal of Religious HistoryEarly View BOOK REVIEW McLeod, Hugh. Religion and the Rise of Sport in England. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2022; pp. 304. Martin Crotty, Corresponding Author Martin Crotty email protected orcid.org/0000-0002-7153-278X The University of QueenslandSearch for more papers by this author Martin Crotty, Corresponding Author Martin Crotty email protected orcid.org/0000-0002-7153-278X The University of QueenslandSearch for more papers by this author First published: 15 August 2025 https://doi.org/10.1111/1467-9809.70016Read the full textAboutPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShare Give accessShare full text accessShare full-text accessPlease review our Terms and Conditions of Use and check box below to share full-text version of article.I have read and accept the Wiley Online Library Terms and Conditions of UseShareable LinkUse the link below to share a full-text version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Learn more.Copy URL Share a linkShare onEmailFacebookxLinkedInRedditWechatBluesky No abstract is available for this article. Early ViewOnline Version of Record before inclusion in an issue RelatedInformation

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