Nordic Model and Physical Culture

<p>This book examines the relationships between the Nordic social democratic welfare system (‘The Nordic Model’) and physical culture across the domains of sport education and public space. </p><p>Presenting important new empirical research it helps us to understand how the paradoxical blend of social democracy and liberalism in the Nordic countries influences physical culture which in turn contributes to a quality of life that ranks highest in the world. Drawing on perspectives from sociology cultural studies history education political science outdoor studies and urban studies the book explores topics such as dance education for sport students doping in cross-country skiing outdoor education the active body and the ideology of public parks. It includes research material from across the region including Norway Sweden Iceland Finland and Denmark.</p><p>This is fascinating reading for anyone with an interest in physical culture sport studies leisure studies or outdoor studies as well as sociologists or political scientists with an interest in Nordic politics culture and society.</p>