The Olympic Games Explained

Author	: Vassil Girginov
Publisher	: Psychology Press
Total Pages	: 292
Release	: 2005
ISBN-10	: 0415346045
ISBN-13	: 9780415346047
Rating	: 4/5 (047 Downloads)

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Download or read book The Olympic Games Explained written by Vassil Girginov and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 2005 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new student textbook explores the history and meaning of the modern Olympic Games, providing a comprehensive overview of 'Olympism' from the Ancient Greeks origins through to the beginnings of the International Olympic Committee.

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