track and field

Matt Thompson is suspected of stealing a rare book about a legendary track star and tries to clear his name with the help of his friends and a former Olympic runner, who also faces a personal struggle.

Elliott, disappointed by his failure to make the track team, learns some powerful lessons when a magic jersey lets him step into the body of track star Michael Johnson and race in a world-class event.

An overview of the events that make up the track athletics portion of the Olympic Games, highlighting great athletes and moments related to the sports.

Describes the history and competitions in track and field and provides instruction in the techniques of the various events.

Text and illustrations describe the rules, equipment, and techniques of track and field throws, and training tips, a glossary, and a further reading list are also provided.

Explores the sport of track and field and outlines the many techniques used by those who practice this sport. Features full-color photographs and a glossary.

Presents volume six in a seventeen-volume series on how to prevent, diagnose, and treat sports injuries and focuses specifically in the area of field events such as the javelin, shot put, discus, high and long jumps, pole vault, and triple jump.

Introduces the history, skills, rules, equipment, events, and highlights of track and field.

Lists notable achievements and introduces miscellaneous facts concerning track and field athletics.