Book The Treasures of the Olympic Games

Book The Treasures of the Olympic Games The Treasures of the Olympic Games, a 64 page book, published in association with the official Olympic Museum in Lausanne, captures the glorious history of the summer Olympic Games.Beginning in 776 BC in ancient Greece through to its revival in 1896 and the 24 subsequent modern games, this exceptional new title beautifully charts the event's absorbing and exemplary history and a wealth of world sporting achievement. In addition to more than 200 photographs, the book contains 20 removable facsimiles of rare historical documents from the museum's exclusive archive--including an athlete's rail pass, a police report detailing the tragic terrorist attack at the 1972 Munich Olympics, and a flame bearer's guide. Plus, relive the Games' most dramatic moments with a DVD featuring Jesse Owens, Bob Beamon, and other immortals. Book including all memorabilia in new/very good condition..(B4)