The Olympics: Legendary Sports Events (Matt Christopher Legendary Sports Events)
Matt Christopher (Author)
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Olympics
Ask most Olympians how their story begins and they will answer, "When I was young, I always dreamed of going to the Olympics. . ." Some will then go on to tell of their great athletic triumphs. Others will recall agonizing near-misses. But for most, the very fact that they reached the Games at all was a dream come true. For the Olympic Games offer athletes something few others sporting events can: the chance to be recognized as the best in the world at a chosen sport.
With stories of great triumphs and great tragedies, the Olympics not only embodies the competitive human spirit, but also sets a stage stage for foreign relations and politics. Historical references combined with amazing sports stories give this book both an educational and exciting appeal.
- Rank: #626263 in Books
- Brand: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
- Published on: 2008-07-15
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 7.64" h x .51" w x 5.00" l, .18 pounds
- Binding: Paperback
- 112 pages
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