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The Olympics: Unforgettable Moments of the Games (Matt Christopher Legendary Sports Events)

by Matt Christopher

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Synopsis:

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 Historical references combined with amazing sports stories give this book both an educational and exciting appeal.

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Available just in time for the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, this thorough history celebrates the triumphs, the losses, and the competitive human spirit of the games. Photos.
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ISBN:
9780316011181
Author:
Christopher, Matt
Publisher:
Little, Brown Young Readers
Designed by:
Peters, Stephanie
Designed:
Peters, Stephanie
Subject:
Sports & Recreation - Olympics
Subject:
Olympics
Subject:
History
Subject:
Olympics -- History.
Subject:
Children s-Sports General
Series:
Matt Christopher Legendary Sports Events
Publication Date:
20080731
Binding:
TRADE PAPER
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Y
Pages:
99
Dimensions:
7.44x5.04x.29 in. .19 lbs.
Age Level:
08-12
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Product details 99 pages Little, Brown Young Readers - English 9780316011181 Reviews:
"Synopsis" by , 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.
"Synopsis" by , Available just in time for the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, this thorough history celebrates the triumphs, the losses, and the competitive human spirit of the games. Photos.
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