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Marino, Michella M.,

Roller derby : the history of an American sport / Michella M. Marino. - First edition. - ix, 250 pages : illustrations (black and white) ; 23 cm. - Terry and Jan Todd series on physical culture and sports . - Terry and Jan Todd series on physical culture and sports. .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction -- From spectacle to sport -- Skating through the boundaries of identity -- "A very handsome king for a very beautiful queen" -- Diaper derbies -- California or bust -- DIY roller derby -- Conclusion.

"Roller Derby" tells the story of the sport from its origins in the 1930s through its resurgence in popularity over the last few decades, focusing especially on gender and race"--

ISBN: 9781477323823 1477323821

Standard No.: 40030804082

LCCN: 2021008774

Nat. Bib. No.: GBC1F7722 bnb

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Roller derby--History--United States--20th century.
Roller derby--History--United States--21st century.
Roller derby--Social aspects--United States.
Roller derby--Political aspects--United States.

LC Class. No.: GV859.6 / .M37 2021

Dewey Class. No.: 796.21