
Sport in Vancouver and Newfoundland
Exploring Sports Culture in Vancouver and NewfoundlandBy John Godfrey Sir RogersLength4h 10m
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In "Sport in Vancouver and Newfoundland," John Godfrey Sir Rogers meticulously explores the interwoven narratives of sporting culture across two distinct Canadian locales. Written in a descriptive yet analytical style, the book provides a comprehensive examination of how geography, climate, and community shape sporting practices. Rogers investigates traditional Indigenous games alongside contemporary sports, highlighting their evolution and cultural significance in both regions. His ethnographic approach and keen observations place this work within a broader context of Canadian studies, emphasizing local identity through sporting engagement. John Godfrey Sir Rogers, an esteemed figure in the field of sports history, draws upon his vast knowledge of Canadian culture and history to illuminate the ties between sport and social identity. His experience as a participant and observer in various sporting events, combined with his academic rigor, offers readers a unique perspective. Rogers'Äôs commitment to documenting local customs and traditions reflects a deep-seated passion for the preservation and appreciation of cultural heritage, making this work invaluable in understanding the role of sport in community bonding and nationalism. Recommended for scholars, sports enthusiasts, and general readers alike, "Sport in Vancouver and Newfoundland" opens up a dialogue about the broader implications of sport in society. Rogers'Äôs eloquent prose and thorough research make this book an essential addition to the library of anyone interested in sports, culture, and Canadian identity.
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GenreOther
Length4 hrs 10 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 18, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER IV SPORT AT CAMPBELL RIVER
17TO LONG HARBOUR
2FISHING-TACKLE
18CHAPTER II TO LONG HARBOUR
3CHAPTER V FISHING-TACKLE
19TO THE HUNTING GROUNDS
4TO ALERT BAY
20CHAPTER III TO THE HUNTING GROUNDS
5CHAPTER VI TO ALERT BAY
21HUNGRY GROVE POND TO SANDY POND
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6IN THE FOREST
22CHAPTER IV HUNGRY GROVE POND TO SANDY POND
7CHAPTER VII IN THE FOREST
23TO KOSKĀCODDE
8IN THE WAPITI COUNTRY
24CHAPTER V TO KOSKĀCODDE
9CHAPTER VIII IN THE WAPITI COUNTRY
25SPORT ON KEPSKAIG
10OUT OF THE FOREST
26CHAPTER VI SPORT ON KEPSKAIG
11CHAPTER IX OUT OF THE FOREST
27TO THE SHOE HILL COUNTRY
12AFTER GOAT ON THE MAINLAND
28CHAPTER VII TO THE SHOE HILL COUNTRY
13CHAPTER X AFTER GOAT ON THE MAINLAND
29HOMEWARD BOUND
14NEWFOUNDLAND, 1910
30CHAPTER VIII HOMEWARD BOUND
15TO NEWFOUNDLAND
31NEWFOUNDLAND LIST OF STORES TAKEN APPENDIX I
16CHAPTER I TO NEWFOUNDLAND