Highlights of the Olympics: From Ancient Times to the Present
Author(s):
Durant, John
| Binding: | Hardcover |
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| Size: | 6 - 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall |
| Volume Condition: | Very Good |
| Dust Jacket: | Yes |
| Dust Jacket Condition: | Very Good |
| Language: | English |
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| Publisher Name: | Arc publications |
| Publication Year: | 1961 |
| Publication Place: | London, UK |
| SKU: | 016587 |
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| Categories: | Sport and History of Sport |
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Catalogue(s):
Sport and History of Sport
160pp. Black cloth-covered boards; gilt titles on spine; numerous black and white photographs. 8vo. Lightly rubbed spine ends. Slightly cocked. Text block edges and endpapers just starting to tan and fox. Internally neat, clean, bright and tight. Dust jacket has 3cm closed tear at spine heel, light shelf wear, chipping to edges, mirrors book damage, not price clipped; tanning inside. Looks at the great Olympiads from ancient and modern times, detailing their achievements, their life histories, careers and accomplishments, with chapters devoted solely to the Marathon and the Winter Games, and one on swimmers.
Keywords:
Olympics
