The Olympics: Legendary Sports Events (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780316011181)

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 Historical references combined with amazing sports stories give this book both an educational and exciting appeal.

Author: Matt Christopher
ISBN-10: 0316011185
ISBN-13: 9780316011181
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Language: English
Published: 07/15/2008
Pages: 112
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.19lbs
Size: 7.44h x 5.04w x 0.29d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 7.8
Point Value: 3
Interest Level: Middle Grade
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