olympics

Describes the story of the Olympic Games, the courage, prowess, and strength of the athletes, the obstacles to be overcome including religious conflict, prejudice, war, and economic strife, and the occasional hilarity.

Cartoons and facts combine to explain what it was like to be an athlete in ancient Greece, discussing the realities of training, military service, sacrifices, competitions, rivalries, and other aspects of sports.

Surveys the history and traditions of the Olympics, highlighting memorable events from ancient Greece to the present day.

A biography of Baron Pierre de Coubertin who is credited with starting the modern Olympics. Includes many photographs.

Traces the history of the Olympics from its beginning in 776 B.C. to the anticipation of the 1996 games in Atlanta, Georgia, and relates stories of particular events such as track and field, gymnastics, and speed skating.

Recounts what is known about the origins of the Olympic games starting 2,800 years ago.

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

An overview of the events that make up the gymnastics portion of the Olympic Games, with highlights of great athletes and moments.

Relates notable events in the history of the Summer Olympics.

Profiles notable Olympic athletes who overcame the odds to win gold medals, including Jesse Owens, Shelley Mann, and Kerri Strug.