Book Review - 50 points

Book Review Assignment

A. Cover Page

1. Reference: Author's Last Name, Author's First Name (Year) Name of Book in Italics or Underlined. City of Publication: Publisher's Name.
2. Subject of Book - gender, race, politics, economics etc.
3. Your name

B. Summary of book (2-3 pages)

C. Key issues and events in the book (2-3 pages)

Examples:

1.      Gender - role conflict, history of women in sports, changes in women's sports, role models

2.      Race - racism, discrimination, stacking

3.      Political - Olympics, propaganda

4.      Economics - player's unions, player's salaries, team profits, international events, corruption

D. Implications for Society (1-2 pages)

Examples:

1. Jackie Robinson & Major League Baseball - opportunities for other black and minority athletes, coaches and fans etc.
2. Women's World Cup - media attention, endorsements, pro leagues etc.