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Author:
Bobrick, Benson, 1947-
Title:
A passion for victory : the story of the Olympics in ancient and early modern times / Benson Bobrick.
Edition:
1st trade pbk. ed.
Publisher:
Alfred A. Knopf,
Copyright Date:
2014
Description:
xvi, 143 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Subject:
Olympics--Juvenile literature.
Olympics.
Olympic games.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (p. 128-136) and index.
Summary:
Describes the story of the Olympic Games, the courage, prowess, and strength of the athletes, the obstacles to be overcome including religious conflict, prejudice, war, and economic strife, and the occasional hilarity.
Indexed by:
School Library Journal, July 2012
Booklist starred, June 2012
Horn Book, November 2012
Bulletin (Center for Children's books), July 2012
Kirkus Review, May 2012
Library Media Connection, March 2013
School Library Journal
Booklist starred
Horn Book
ISBN:
0375872523
9780375872525 (trade)
Locations:
POSX851 -- Ballard Community High School (Huxley)

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