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Other Team Sports - Marxism, Colonialism, and Cricket: C. L. R. James's Beyond a Boundary (The C. L. R. James Archives)

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Book Synopsis: Widely regarded as one of the most important and influential sports books of all time, C. L. R. James's Beyond a Boundary is—among other things—a pioneering study of popular culture, an analysis of resistance to empire and racism, and a personal reflection on the history of colonialism and its effects in the Caribbean. More than fifty years after the publication of James's classic text, the contributors to Marxism, Colonialism, and Cricket investigate Beyond a Boundary's production and reception and its implication for debates about sports, gender, aesthetics, race, popular culture, politics, imperialism, and English and Caribbean identity. Including a previously unseen first draft of Beyond a Boundary's conclusion alongside contributions from James's key collaborator Selma James and from Michael Brearley, former captain of the English Test cricket team, Marxism, Colonialism, and Cricket provides a thorough and nuanced examination of James's groundbreaking work and its lasting impact. Contributors. Anima Adjepong, David Austin, Hilary McD. Beckles, Michael Brearley, Selwyn R. Cudjoe, David Featherstone, Christopher Gair, Paget Henry, Christian Høgsbjerg, C. L. R. James, Selma James, Roy McCree, Minkah Makalani, Clem Seecharan, Andrew Smith, Neil Washbourne, Claire Westall Read more

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Looking for a groundbreaking sports book that goes beyond the boundaries of traditional analysis? Look no further than C. L. R. James's Beyond a Boundary. This influential masterpiece is not just about cricket; it delves into the realms of popular culture, resistance to empire and racism, and the complex history of colonialism. Now, more than fifty years after its publication, Marxism, Colonialism, and Cricket takes a closer look at this iconic work and its impact on sports, politics, and identity. Get ready to explore the depths of James's groundbreaking study and be prepared to have your perspectives challenged.

What sets Beyond a Boundary apart from other sports books is its ability to transcend the boundaries of sports and tackle broader social issues. This collection of diverse contributions delves into topics such as gender, aesthetics, race, popular culture, politics, imperialism, and Caribbean identity. Immerse yourself in the thought-provoking insights from Anima Adjepong, Michael Brearley, David Featherstone, and many other influential thinkers, offering perspectives from different disciplines. Your understanding of sports, colonial history, and cultural impact will never be the same.

But don't just take our word for it. Explore Marxism, Colonialism, and Cricket and discover the previously unseen first draft of Beyond a Boundary's conclusion. Contributed by Selma James, James' key collaborator, this edition offers new insights and perspectives that go beyond the original text. With contributions from players, scholars, and thinkers alike, this book promises to open up a world of possibilities, challenging conventional wisdom and shedding light on the complexities of colonialism and its effects on the Caribbean and beyond.

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