Sport and Physical Culture in Occupied France

Discover the intricate relationship between sport and society during a tumultuous period in history with Sport and Physical Culture in Occupied France by Keith Rathbone. Published by Manchester University Press in 2022, this compelling hardback edition spans 360 pages and offers a scholarly yet accessible exploration of French sport under the Vichy regime.

Rathbone delves into the dual forces at play: the French state's promotion of physical culture as a means to rehabilitate its citizens during the Occupation, and the strategic maneuvers of athletes and sporting associations who leveraged these state efforts to advance their own agendas. This book provides valuable insights into how sport served as both a tool of propaganda and a means of resistance, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the intersections of politics, culture, and athletics in occupied France.