Understanding the Olympics explores the full social, cultural, political, historical and economic context to the Olympic Games. It traces the history of the Olympic movement from its origins in ancient Greece, through its revival in the nineteenth century, to the modern mega-event of today. Written to engage and inform, the book includes illustrations, information boxes, chronologies, glossaries and OCyOlympic storiesOCO in every chapter. This is essential reading for anybody with an interest in the Olympics or the wider relationship between sport and society."
- ISBN10 0203867726
- ISBN13 9780203867723
- Publish Date 15 March 2011
- Publish Status Transferred
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Imprint Routledge
- Format Hardcover
- Language English