The Ancient Olympics
- ISBN-10
- 0192806041
- ISBN-13
- 9780192806048
- Category
- History
- Pages
- 273
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2005
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press, USA
- Authors
- Nigel Jonathan Spivey, Nigel Spivey
Description
Presents a history of the ancient Olympics, offering a glimpse into the ancient Greek thoughts on athletics, fitness, and competition.
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