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Olympic Dreams
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Author : Matthew Burbank
language : en
Publisher: Lynne Rienner Publishers
Release Date : 2001
Olympic Dreams written by Matthew Burbank and has been published by Lynne Rienner Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001 with Political Science categories.
What drives cities to pursue large-scale events like the Olympic games? Investigating local politics in three U.S. cities-Los Angeles, Atlanta, and Salt Lake City-as they vied for the role of Olympic host, this book provides a narrative of the evolving political economy of modern megaevents.
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Author : Dan Ahearn
language : en
Publisher: Benchmark Education Company
Release Date : 2011
Olympic Dreams written by Dan Ahearn and has been published by Benchmark Education Company this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011 with Juvenile Fiction categories.
Find out about the importance of hard work and dedication.
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Author : Douglas Collins
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1996
Olympic Dreams written by Douglas Collins and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with Olympics categories.
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Author : Guoqi XU
language : en
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Release Date : 2009-06-30
Olympic Dreams written by Guoqi XU and has been published by Harvard University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-06-30 with History categories.
Already the world has seen the political, economic, and cultural significance of hosting the 2008 Olympics in Beijing—in policies instituted and altered, positions softened, projects undertaken. But will the Olympics make a lasting difference? This book approaches questions about the nature and future of China through the lens of sports—particularly as sports finds its utmost international expression in the Olympics.
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Author : Lauraine Snelling
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1995
Olympic Dreams written by Lauraine Snelling and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1995 with Christian life categories.
Thirteen-year-old DJ needs God's help in achieving her dream of getting a horse and competing as a show jumper in the Olympics.
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Author : Douglas Collins
language : en
Publisher: Universe Publishing(NY)
Release Date : 1996
Olympic Dreams written by Douglas Collins and has been published by Universe Publishing(NY) this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with Sports & Recreation categories.
"This compelling commemorative publication of the first one hundred years of the Olympic Summer Games presents the breathtaking athletic achievements, in all twenty-six disciplines, that have defined the Olympic tradition. Olympic Dreams follows the Olympic movement from the early Olympiads, which featured archaic sports like tug-of-war, all the way to the exciting new events of the 1996 Atlanta Games. With graphics and extraordinary photographs, many rarely seen or never before published, photography historian Douglas Collins offers a penetrating look at the athletes who have revolutionized their sport, whether with technical innovation or enormous emotional courage. Specially designed graphics by Nigel Holmes highlight these achievements and help explain the athletic techniques that have permanently changed some Olympic events. Drawing from the world's finest Olympic resources - the United States Olympic Committee Archives, the Hulton Deutsch Archives and Allsport - and with a design by prize-winning art director Mirko Ilic, this is the indispensable book of the Olympic Games."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
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Author : Claire Llewellyn
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Release Date : 2010
Olympic Dreams written by Claire Llewellyn and has been published by Oxford University Press, USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010 with Olympics categories.
Floppy's Phonics Non-fiction are perfect for your pupils to reinforce and practise their decoding skills.
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Author : Henry Rono
language : en
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Release Date : 2008-06
Olympic Dream written by Henry Rono and has been published by AuthorHouse this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-06 with High school teachers categories.
In a span of 81 days in 1978, Henry Rono broke four world records, committing the most ferocious assault on the track-and-field record books by a middle-distance runner in the history of the sport. This is what Henry Rono is known for. However, it is not who Henry Rono is. Henry Rono was born a poor Nandi in Kenya's Rift Valley. After an accident when he was two, doctors believed he would never again walk. This would be the first of countless obstacles Rono would have to overcome in order to pursue his two life goals: to first become the greatest runner in the world and then to become the best teacher he could be. Rono's first goal was accomplished in 1978, when he was considered not only the greatest track-and-field athlete in the world, but also by many to be the world's greatest athlete period. His second and greater goal, to become a teacher, was more difficult in coming. Once Rono became a star, coaches, agents, meet directors, and corrupt Kenyan athletic officials (whose boycotts of the 1976 and 1980 Olympics turned Rono's dreams of Olympic gold into Olympic smoke rings), wanted him to serve as their personal moneymaker, and so they did everything they could to discourage Rono's pursuit of an education and dream of teaching. The corruption and discouragement Rono encountered, as well as his alienation and exile from his homeland and family, pushed him to 20 years of alcoholism and even occasional homelessness. This is the life story of Henry Rono, whose descent from triumph to abyss, and whose subsequent ascent from abyss to triumph, are perhaps steeper than those of any track-and field athlete in history.
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Author : Elio Endless
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2023-11-05
Olympic Dreams written by Elio Endless and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-11-05 with Business & Economics categories.
In the heart of the sporting world, the Olympic Games, often simply called The Olympics, stand as a testament to human athleticism and unity. Originating in the ancient city of Olympia, Greece, in 776 B.C.E., these games were once a glorious display of sportsmanship that transcended societal differences. However, the rise of the Roman Empire and subsequent Christianization led to the decline of this revered tradition. In the 19th century, Greek philanthropist Evangelos Zappas breathed new life into the Olympic legacy by funding the first modern international Olympic Games in 1859. The formation of the International Olympic Committee in 1894 paved the way for the inaugural modern Olympics in 1896, held in Athens. Since then, the Games have evolved into a global phenomenon, bringing together athletes from every corner of the globe. Despite challenges posed by two world wars and the Cold War, the Olympic dream of fostering unity persisted. The Games have weathered controversies, from cheating scandals to rampant commercialism, yet they continue to inspire pride in human achievements and promote mutual respect among nations. While the ultimate goal of transcending political boundaries remains a work in progress, the Olympic Games symbolize the enduring spirit of human aspiration, celebrating the brilliance, self-mastery, and collaborative efforts of athletes worldwide. This unparalleled event reminds us of the power of sports to bridge divides and inspire generations, showcasing the unyielding Olympic spirit that lives on in the hearts of millions.
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Author : Lynn Blanche
language : en
Publisher: Don Mills, Ont. : Pearson Education Canada
Release Date : 2005
Olympic Dreams written by Lynn Blanche and has been published by Don Mills, Ont. : Pearson Education Canada this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Athletes categories.