Describes the origin of the Olympic Games in 776 B.C.E. at Olympia in ancient Greece and its rebirth in 1896 which was held in Athens, Greece. Provides information about the features, facts and stats of the Games and depicts its traditions. Discusses the effects of world politics on the Games, the inclusion of new sports events, and its changing venues. Includes color photos, a timeline of modern Olympic Games, a glossary, and an index.
General Note
Includes index.
Content Note
The birth of the Olympics -- Olympics reborn -- Faster, higher, stronger -- Hard times and heroes -- Cold War Olympics -- Sporty sixties -- Triumphs and disaster -- TV times -- New teams, new hope -- Hi-tech, high cost -- The 2012 Olympics -- Olympic future.