The Official History of the Olympic Games and the IOC: From Athens to Beijing, 1894-2008 (Official History of the Olympic Games & the Ioc)
by David Miller PhD
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Author: David Miller PhDEdition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2008-05-01
ISBN: 1845961595
Number of pages: 592
Publisher: Mainstream Publishing
Book Reviews of The Official History of the Olympic Games and the IOC: From Athens to Beijing, 1894-2008 (Official History of the Olympic Games & the Ioc)
Book Review: Excellent
Summary: 5 Stars
Excellent history of the Olympic movement and the Games, very well balanced. For an "Official" history, Miller states his views even when they are critical of the IOC, athletes or other individuals, and hits the highlights in a very well-written book.
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