| The Olympic Games Explained: A Student Guide to the Evolution of the Modern Olympic Games Contributor(s): Parry, Jim (Author), Girginov, Vassil (Author) |
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ISBN: 0415346037 ISBN-13: 9780415346030 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $218.50 Product Type: Hardcover Published: December 2004 Annotation: The Olympic Games Explained represents a comprehensive introduction to the central themes and background of the modern games. This includes a consideration of ancient games, the modern revival at the end of the 19th century and the progressive development of the games throughout the 20th century. The text considers a range of topics including the ancient Olympics, the media and the Olympics, and Olympic marketing and sponsorship. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Sports & Recreation | Olympics & Paralympics - Sports & Recreation | History |
| Dewey: 796.48 |
| LCCN: 2004053183 |
| Physical Information: 0.72" H x 6.36" W x 9.44" (1.33 lbs) 292 pages |