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Allen Guttmann
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The Olympics: A History of the Modern Games (Illinois History of Sports) |
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English |
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Hardcover |
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191 |
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1992-04-01 |
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0252017013 |
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University of Illinois Press |
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0.95 pounds |
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6.1 x 9.1 x 1.0 inches |
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Product Description
Glories and fiascos, triumphs and tragedies, records and near misses--all are included in this vivid history of the modern Olympics. Using as a backdrop the athletic events that draw television viewing audiences in the billions, Guttmann has written an interpretive social history of the games. 19 illustrations.
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http://bookmooch.com/0252017013 |
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