Author: Marc Dresgui
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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"100 Amazing Facts about the Olympic Games" an exciting exploration of Olympic history that will amaze children and adults alike! Travel through more than a century of Olympic history with "100 Amazing Facts about the Olympic Games". Captivating, informative and superbly illustrated, this book reveals the most amazing and inspiring stories of the Olympic Games. Educational and entertaining: This book is not only a collection of facts, but also an inspiration for young readers. It shows how athletes from all backgrounds overcame obstacles to achieve their Olympic dreams, teaching perseverance and courage Stimulates Curiosity: Each fact is presented in a way that sparks curiosity, encouraging children to deepen their knowledge. The book can be used as a starting point for family or class discussions about history, sport and culture. Suitable for all ages: Although designed for children, this book is also ideal for curious adults. Parents and grandparents will also enjoy learning these fascinating facts about the Olympics, making this a great book to read together. Inclusive and Diverse: This book celebrates the diversity of the Olympic Games, featuring athletes of different nationalities, genders and disabilities. It's a great resource for teaching inclusion and equality. An dieal gift: "100 Amazing Facts About The Olympic Games" is the perfect gift for sports kids, history fans, or just curious minds. It's also ideal for teachers looking to enrich their classroom with engaging educational materials. Don't miss this opportunity to inspire children with the exciting and diverse history of the Olympic Games. "100 Amazing Facts about the Olympic Games" is more than a book, it's a journey through time, a celebration of the human spirit and an endless source of inspiration.
Author: Allen Guttmann
Publisher: University of Illinois Press
ISBN: 9780252070464
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 254
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Traces the history of the modern Olympics from 1896 to 2000, contrasting the ideal of the game with the often politicized reality.
Author: International Olympic Committee
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1787397904
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 160
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Published in association with the International Olympic Committee, The History of the Olympic Games: Faster, Higher, Stronger brings the glorious story of the world's biggest sporting event to life. Featuring hundreds of stunning photographs from every iteration of the modern summer Games, as well as rare documents and memorabilia from the archives of the Olympic Museum in Lausanne, Switzerland, this is a celebration of sporting history like no other. From its humble beginnings under the auspices of Pierre de Coubertin to the modern extravaganza that has showcased legendary athletes such as Michael Phelps, Usain Bolt, Jesse Owens and many more, every edition of the Games is rendered here in fascinating detail, alongside rarely seen artworks and artefacts. Revised, updated and in an exciting new format, The History of the Olympic Games: Faster, Higher, Stronger is the definitive illustrated volume on the world's greatest sporting spectacle. Written with the full co-operation of the International Olympic Committee.
Author: David Goldblatt
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 0393254119
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 755
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“A people’s history of the Olympics.”—New York Times Book Review A Boston Globe Best Book of the Year A Kirkus Reviews Best Nonfiction Book of the Year The Games is best-selling sportswriter David Goldblatt’s sweeping, definitive history of the modern Olympics. Goldblatt brilliantly traces their history from the reinvention of the Games in Athens in 1896 to Rio in 2016, revealing how the Olympics developed into a global colossus and highlighting how they have been buffeted by (and affected by) domestic and international conflicts. Along the way, Goldblatt reveals the origins of beloved Olympic traditions (winners’ medals, the torch relay, the eternal flame) and popular events (gymnastics, alpine skiing, the marathon). And he delivers memorable portraits of Olympic icons from Jesse Owens to Nadia Comaneci, the Dream Team to Usain Bolt.
Author: International Olympic Committee
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 1783127414
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Created in association with the Olympic Museum in Lausanne, The Story of the Olympic Games brings to life the glorious history of the Games of the Olympiad. Chronologically structured and featuring up to 200 original photographs, the book charts the story of this famous global event, beginning in 776 BC in ancient Greece through to its revival in 1896 and the 27 subsequent games. The pages are packed with exclusive photographs of the action, athletes and artefacts that have defined each game, so young fans can become immersed in the world's greatest sporting spectacle in the run-up to the 2020 Games in Tokyo.
Author: Brian Phil
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN:
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Dive into the captivating world of the Olympic Games with "History and Facts of the Olympic Games: A Detailed Exploration of the Records, Achievements, and Controversies in the Olympics." This comprehensive guide is perfect for sports enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone curious about the most celebrated sporting event on the planet. With a friendly and conversational tone, this book takes you on an unforgettable journey through the ages of the Olympics, exploring its remarkable history, monumental achievements, and intriguing controversies. Discover the origins of the Olympics, from the ancient games held in Olympia, Greece, to the revival of the modern Olympics by Pierre de Coubertin in the late 19th century. Learn about the fascinating evolution of the games, including the introduction of new sports, the expansion to winter events, and the inclusion of women athletes, which transformed the Olympics into the global phenomenon it is today. In "History and Facts of the Olympic Games," you'll find detailed accounts of record-breaking performances and iconic moments that have defined the spirit of the Olympics. From Jesse Owens' triumphant victories in 1936 Berlin to Usain Bolt's lightning-fast sprints in the 21st century, this book celebrates the incredible athletes who have pushed the boundaries of human potential and inspired generations. But it's not all triumphs and glory. This exploration also delves into the controversies and challenges that have shaped the Olympics. Uncover the stories behind the boycotts, scandals, and political conflicts that have sometimes overshadowed the games. Understand how the Olympics have navigated issues such as doping, commercialization, and the quest for gender equality. Each chapter is rich with interesting facts, lesser-known stories, and behind-the-scenes insights that bring the Olympics to life. Whether you're interested in the detailed records of athletic achievements, the cultural impact of the games, or the dramatic tales of competition and controversy, this book has something for everyone. Join us on this detailed exploration of the Olympic Games, and get ready to be amazed by the history, the facts, and the stories that make the Olympics one of the most enduring and inspiring traditions in the world of sports. Perfect for casual readers and seasoned historians alike, "History and Facts of the Olympic Games" is your ultimate guide to understanding the true essence of the Olympics. Grab your copy today and embark on a journey through time, exploring the triumphs, trials, and tribulations that have made the Olympic Games a symbol of excellence and perseverance.
Author: David C. Young
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0470777753
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 200
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For more than a millennium, the ancient Olympics captured the imaginations of the Greeks, until a Christianized Rome terminated the competitions in the fourth century AD. But the Olympic ideal did not die and this book is a succinct history of the ancient Olympics and their modern resurgence. Classics professor David Young, who has researched the subject for over 25 years, reveals how the ancient Olympics evolved from modest beginnings into a grand festival, attracting hundreds of highly trained athletes, tens of thousands of spectators, and the finest artists and poets.
Author: Andras Patay-Horvath
Publisher: Archaeolingua
ISBN: 9789639911727
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 156
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Even in antiquity it was debated when and why the Olympic Games had been established and by whom. Modern scholarship has also advanced a great number of hypotheses on the origins of the games (ranging from funeral games to harvest ceremonies/vegetation magic or even initiation rites), but a truly convincing reconstruction has not yet been formulated. The present volume off ers a new comprehensive explanation for the phenomenon and argues that the Games evolved from hunting and from animal ceremonialism observed among various hunting groups. This explanation is admittedly a hypothetical one, based mainly on the interpretation of the archaeological material and some ethnographic parallels, but conjecture is necessary due to the complete absence of contemporary written evidence. In addition, although it is essentially a simple theory that simultaneously explains many perplexing features of the Games in a coherent way, it must remain without definitive proof, as with all other previous similar explanations. "Anyone who takes issue is allowed a simple remedy: to off er something better, something that is coherent and constructive as an alternative."
Author: Natalie Regier
Publisher: Rainbow Horizons Publishing
ISBN: 1553196074
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 50
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Go for the gold with our language arts extravaganza that investigates the fascinating world of the Olympic Games. Students study all about the Olympic Games as the content is formatted in columns like newspaper articles and charts. Students practise using different reading, writing, research, and language arts skills as they complete the exciting activities in this unit. We include a series of lessons designed to provide students with interesting facts and information about the Olympic Games and related activities. Complete with optional lessons and a major project. Our Sports lesson provides a teacher and student section with a variety of reading passages, activities, crossword, word search and answer key to create a well-rounded lesson plan.
Author: Bill Mallon
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 0786440678
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 251
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One of the early concepts of the Olympic Games was to include "intercalated" Games every four years between the normal cycle, and to hold these Games in Athens, the ancestral home of the Olympics. In 1906 the first, and only one, of these games was held. Occurring only two years after the St. Louis Games of 1904 and two years before the London Games of 1908, the Athens Games were considered by many not to be "official"; social and political forces prevented continuation of the intercalation cycle in 1910 and later. Yet these Games were surprisingly successful and helped guarantee the survival of the modern Olympics. This book, fourth in the series on the early Olympics, presents all the data on 29 nation and city-state participants in more than a dozen events in the Athens Games. Scores and descriptions are provided, and many historical errors and omissions in other sources are corrected. Appendices include the published program for the Games, the actual schedule followed during the Games, and country-by country listings of all participating athletes.
