Do you remember how exciting it is to see athletes from all over the planet setting records?

If you open this book, you will relive vibrant moments and become a true sports expert. Each double-page spread explains an edition of the modern Olympic Games, from their origins in ancient Greece to the present day. Leaping "Faster, Higher, Stronger – Together" (the Olympic motto), you will travel through time to all the Olympic venues.

You will discover how the Games have embraced the five continents with their rings as empires fell and the world transformed. You will learn about the most prominent Olympic figures, the failures, the tears, the boycotts, the conflicts, the successes, and the records. Over 700 facts that speak not only of sport but also of our history.

The Great Book of the Olympic Games is a fun and thrilling journey that will inspire those who dream of winning their personal "Olympic gold." Grab a torch and light your own Olympic flame!

Author: Various Authors

Age 8+