At last, a short and authoritative critical introduction to one of the most talked about and most misunderstood concepts of current times. Barry Smart provides a clear and readable discussion for students which also manages to be a shrewd and stimulating contribution to the debate about modernity an[...]

Why are sport stars central to celebrity culture? What are the implications of their fame? Proceeding from a broadly based discussion of heroism, fame and celebrity, Smart addresses a number of prominent modern sports and sport stars, including Michael Jordan (basketball), David Beckham (football), [...]

Grilling is not just for summer weekend cookouts, it is the year-round go-to cooking method for low-calorie, low-fat meals, and "The Smart Guide to Healthy Grilling" shows how to prepare delicious, healthful meals in a matter of minutes. Grilling expert Barry Fast provides carefully researched advic[...]