ID | 008475 |
Call Number | 796.48/GIF |
Title Proper | Olympics: The Definitive Guide to the Greatest Sports Celebration in the World |
Language | ENG |
Author | Gifford, Clive |
Publication | Great Britain, Kingfisher Publications Plc, 2004. |
Description | 80p Dark Blue Spine |
Note | Discover the ancient Greek roots of the games, look behind the scenes at the punishing training routines of the top athletes, and read about the great heroes, rivalries and performances that have illuminated more than a century of Olympic endeavour. |
Note | Introduction The Great Olympics - Stockholm 1912 The Olympic Dream The Great Olympics - Berlin 1936 The Events - Athletics Sprints Middle-distance running Long-distance events Hurdles and relays Long and triple jump High jump and Pole vault Hammer and Shot put Discus and Javelin Multi-sports events The Great Olympics - Mexico City 1968 The Events - In and on Water Swimming Diving, Water Polo and Synchronized Swimming Rowing, Sailing and Canoe-Kayaking The Great Olympics - Seoul 1988 The Events - Precision, Strength and Combat Sports Archery, Shooting and Fencing Weight lifting, Wrestling and Boxing Judo and Taekwondo Gymnastics The Great Olympics - Barcelona 1992 The Events - Cycling, Equestrian, Ball and Racquet Sports Cycling Equestrian Events Team ball sports 1 Team ball sports 2 Racquet Sports The Great Olympics - Sydney 2000 Olympic Achievements Great rivalries Against the odds Olympic facts and figures Memorable moments Glossary and websites Index |
Standard Number | 0753409100 |
Price. Qualification | Rs.150(Hb) |
Classification Number | 796.48 |
Key Words | Sports ; Olympics - History ; Olympics |