Explore the origin of push ball, its early exhibitions, and the world of Spalding athletic goods.
This book presents how push ball was created, who helped launch it, and how the game spread from Newton to Harvard and beyond. It also features the official guide and history, including the people and teams that popularized the sport in its early days. You’ll find contemporary notes that capture the sport’s development and the way the game was played on early fields.
The volume also doubles as a reference to athletic equipment and writing by a leading sports goods maker. It includes a detailed catalog of Spalding products, with numerous items for base ball, football, fencing, gymnastic training, and more. Diagrams, rules, and historical context sit alongside product listings that reflect the brand’s long-standing standard of quality.
- Origin and evolution of push ball, from its creation to its early demonstrations
- Official playing rules, diagrams, and descriptions of how the game was played
- A broad catalog of athletic goods and the Spalding standard across many sports
- Historical notes and illustrations that highlight the sport’s early adoption in U.S. colleges and clubs
Ideal for readers curious about early American sports, the spread of athletic gear, and the role of a landmark equipment maker in shaping physical culture.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the world of push ball, a unique and action-packed sport that combines elements of American football and soccer. Originating in the 1890s, push ball quickly gained popularity as a spectator sport and has enjoyed a resurgence in recent years. The author delves into the history and rules of the game, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of its strategic and physical demands. The book also examines the cultural significance of push ball, highlighting its appeal to both players and fans. By analyzing the game's origins, development, and enduring popularity, this book offers valuable insights into the evolution of sports and the enduring human desire for competition and entertainment. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333850296_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333850296
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333850296
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)