olympic games

Explores some of the great moments and personalities of the Olympics, from the inception of the modern games in 1896 through the present.

Provides an overview of the modern Olympics that began again in 1896, describing some of the competitive events, looking at how host cities are chosen, profiling various modern Olympic champions, and more.

Surveys the history of the Olympics and explores some of the incidents, controversies, scandals, and tragedies associated with the modern Olympic games.

Provides an overview of how the Olympics began in ancient Greece and a look at each day's festivities.

Surveys the history and traditions of the Olympics, highlighting memorable events from ancient Greece to the present day.

Profiles the twelve female athletes and coach of the 1996 United States Women's National Basketball Team and discusses their personal journeys, and their journey as a team, to win gold medals at the 1996 Olympics.

Presents statistical analogies pertaining to the training and competition achievements of American swimmer and Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps, with illustrations.

An alphabet book of the Olympic Games, accompanied by facts about the history of the Olympics from their origins in Ancient Greece to the current day.

After Pelops, son of Tantulus and grandson of the Greek god Zeus, wins the hand of Hippodamia in a chariot race, he decrees that Olympic games are to be held every four years.

This fact-filled reference highlights memorable moments in Summer Olympics history, noting the achievements of such famous athletes as Jesse Owens, Carl Lewis, and Mary Lou Retton.