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The Ancient Olympic Games
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
Full Title:
The Ancient Olympic Games
Contributors:
By (Author) Jhonny Nez
Publisher:
Hachette Children's Group
Imprint:
Wayland
Publication Date:
9th June 2020
Country:
United Kingdom
Classifications
Readership:
Children
Fiction/Non-fiction:
Non Fiction
Other Subjects:
Childrens / Teenage general interest: History and the past
Dewey:
796.480938
Physical Properties
Physical Format:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
48
Dimensions:
Width 240mm, Height 294mm, Spine 8mm
Weight:
280g
Description
Travel back in time to Ancient Greece to discover the origins of the Olympic Games.
Bright, bold and dynamic artwork bring to life the origins of the Olympic Games. Find out about the legend behind the games, the original events and the excitement that filled Olympia during the Olympic Festival. See how the competitors used to train and learn about each of the original events that took place, including chariot racing, wrestling, the discuss, javelin and boxing. Get the Olympic buzz from all the excitement of the hippodrome, Olympic ceremonies and celebrations, and learn about the importance of the Heraia - the competition for women organised by women.This book provides a brilliant and striking introduction to the Ancient Olympics for children aged 7+.Author Bio
Jhonny Nunez (Illustrator)
Jhonny Nunez is a children's illustrator.