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Going to the Dogs: Greyhound Racing, Animal Activism, and American Popular Culture

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This book explores the cultural history of greyhound racing in America, examining its rise and fall in popularity, the role of animal activism in its decline, and its place in American popular culture. It provides a comprehensive look at the sport's impact on society and the ethical debates surrounding it.
Publisher
University Press of Kansas
Publication year
2013
ISBN-13
9780700619139
ISBN-10
0700619135
Language
English
Subjects
Animal ActivismAmerican Popular CultureSports HistoryCultural StudiesEthics in SportsGreyhound RacingAnimal Welfare20th Century HistorySocial CommentaryAmerican History

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