olympic games (ancient)

Describes the history, traditions, and competitive events connected with the Olympic games held in ancient Greece.

Traces the history of the ancient Olympic games from 776 B.C. until 261 A.D., with information on the sports events, rules, athletes, and the games themselves.

An introduction to the ancient Greek Olympics that covers athletes, Olympia, events, ceremonies and feast, prizes and rewards, the modern Olympic Games, and the marathon. Includes a time line, a glossary, and resources.

Illustrations and text recount King Iphitus of Elis's revival of an ancient tradition of athletic contests to honor the gods in the eighth century B.C. in Greece.

Provides an overview of how the Olympics began in ancient Greece and a look at each day's festivities.

Describes the history, ideals, events, and heroes of the Olympic Games, with an emphasis on the Summer Olympics.

A description of the ancient Olympic games, as seen through the eyes of a young participant's father, is accompanied by a brief history of the games from ancient times to the present.

Adrastos, a trainer, describes what it is like to be a sports hero in ancient Greece, looks at various Olympic events, and shares stories of famous athletes.

Describes the history, traditions, and competitive events connected with the Olympic games held in ancient Greece.