A Passion for Victory: The Story of the Olympics in Ancient and Early Modern Times by Benson Bobrick

A Passion for Victory: The Story of the Olympics in Ancient and Early Modern Times

Benson Bobrick

160 pages • first pub 2012 (editions)

nonfiction history middle grade sports emotional informative inspiring medium-paced
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From the barefoot races of 8th century BC to the underwater obstacle courses in the early 20th century to the high-tension Berlin Games preceding World War II, the Olympics have always been exciting dramas of athletic prowess and human interest.  ...

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