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0750270659 
Book Behind the scenes at the Olympics; Nick Hunter
Year: 2012
Language: English
Type: Book
Class Number: 796.48
Publisher: Wayland, 2012
Physical or Electronic: Physical
ISBN: 9780750270656
Notes:
Originally published: 2011
In 2012 the greatest sporting event on the planet, the Olympic Games, will take place in London. This book tells the story of the Games, from the ancient Games on Mount Olympus to today's modern competition with its many sporting events and heroes.
Series: The Olympics
Extent: 32 p., col. ill., col. map, col. ports., 27 cm, pbk
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