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Records by Moira Butterfield
$38.99 NZD
Category: General Non-Fiction | Series: Olympics
Each title of The Olympics examines the the Olympic Games from ancient times, then the revival of the 1890s through to today's multi-million pound business. From the history of the games to which events are included and why, and from scandals to record breakers, The Olympics puts the reader at the centr ...Show more
Records (The Olympics) by Moira Butterfield
$27.99 NZD
Category: General Non-Fiction | Series: The Olympics
Each title of The Olympics examines the the Olympic Games from ancient times, then the revival of the 1890s through to today's multi-million pound business. From the history of the games to which events are included and why, and from scandals to record breakers, The Olympics puts the reader at the cent ...Show more
The 2012 London Olympics (The Olympics) by Nick Hunter
$16.00 NZD
Category: Sports and Outdoor Activities | Series: The Olympics
The 2012 London Olympics offers up-to-the-minute information about this forthcoming world event, including the countdown to 2012, an overview of Olympic venues for 2012, athletes to watch, and sports that will be featuring. It also includes Going for Gold fact boxes, a map of Olympic venues and a timeli ...Show more
The Olympics Ancient to Modern: A Guide to the History of the Games by Joe Fullman
$29.99 NZD
Category: General Non-Fiction | Series: The Olympics 2016
The Olympics Ancient to Modern is a fascinating look at the history of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, from the first events in Ancient Greece right the way up to London 2012 and Sochi 2014. It focusses on when and where each Games has been held, and some key stats, such as how much it cost, how many ...Show more
The Paralympics (Olympics 2012) by Nick Hunter
$27.99 NZD
Category: General Non-Fiction | Series: Olympics 2012
This book looks at the Paralympics, from the athletes and the sports to the stadiums and the spectators!
The Science Behind Soccer, Volleyball, Cycling, and Other Popular Sports by Stephanie Watson
$16.00 NZD
Category: Sports and Outdoor Activities | Series: Science of the Summer Olympics Ser.
Behind every Summer Olympic scoring soccer kick, tennis-ball bounce, and hard-hitting volleyball serve, science is at work. The type of kick used on a soccer ball affects its path. An equestrian leans forward during a jump to help the horse balance. Cyclists wear tight clothing to reduce drag. Find out ...Show more
The World of Olympics (The Olympics) by Nick Hunter
$16.00 NZD
Category: Sports and Outdoor Activities | Series: The Olympics
The World of Olympics looks at the Olympics from a worldwide perspective. It covers nations across the globe that come together to compete, as well as past hosts of The Olympic Games, and the motto and symbols that embrace the Olympic spirit. It also includes Fact File fact boxes, a full list of Modern ...Show more
The World's Greatest Olympians (The Olympics) by Michael Hurley
$16.00 NZD
Category: Sports and Outdoor Activities | Series: The Olympics
The World's Greatest Olympians looks at great Olympians through the history of the modern Olympics and reasons why these athletes were/are so great. It also includes Fact Files fact boxes of top athletes and charts and tables to help illustrate their amazing talents and achievements. An exciting, high-i ...Show more