The complete book of the Olympics

A treasure trove of lore, drama and anecdote from 112 years of Olympic history.

Main Author:	Wallechinsky, David, 1948-
Other Authors:	Loucky, Jaime.
Format:	Books Print Book
Language:	English
Published:	London : Aurum, 2008.
Edition:	2008 ed.
Subjects:	Olympic Games. Olympics > Records. Olympics > History.

Summary:	A treasure trove of lore, drama and anecdote from 112 years of Olympic history.
Item Description:	Previous ed.: 2004.
Physical Description:	xiii, 1181 p. : ill., ports. ; 23 cm.
ISBN:	9781845133306 (pbk.) 1845133307 (pbk.)
Author Notes:	Renowned Olympic historian David Wallechinsky is NBC's radio commentator on the Olympics and the author of many best-selling reference books. He has appeared on a number of television shows. He currently splits his time between Santa Monica, California, and the South of France. (Bowker Author Biography)