The Ancient Olympic Games

The Ancient Olympic Games
ISBN-10
1526310104
ISBN-13
9781526310101
Series
The Ancient Olympic Games
Category
Olympic games (Ancient)
Pages
48
Language
English
Published
2021-03-11
Publisher
Wayland

Description

Bright, bold and dynamic artwork bring to life the origins of the Olympic Games. Find out about the legend behind the games, the original events and the excitement that filled Olympia during the Olympic Festival. See how the competitors used to train and learn about each of the original events that took place including chariot racing, wrestling, the discuss, javelin and boxing. Get the Olympic buzz from all the excitement of the hippodrome, Olympic ceremonies and celebrations, and learn about the importance of the Heraia, the competition for women organised by women.

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