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  • Modern Summer Olympics: Its Stars and Their Great Moments

Modern Summer Olympics: Its Stars and Their Great Moments

Author
Vijayan Bala
Publication Date
March 31, 2024
Genre / Grade Band
Non-fiction /  4th − 5th
Language
English
Modern Summer Olympics: Its Stars and Their Great Moments
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Description

Unveil the extraordinary triumphs of 77 Olympic stars from 1896- 2020 in this captivating book on the modern Summer Olympics. With rare photos and insights, delve into the origin of the Games and immerse yourself in the remarkable journey of these sporting legends.

A must-read for sports enthusiasts and history aficionados. Relive the greatest moments in Olympic history!

Traces the origin of the modern Summer Olympics

Perfect blend of sports and history

Provides insights into remarkable sporting journeys

Includes rare photos

Engaging read for sports enthusiasts

Publication date
March 31, 2024
Genre
Non-fiction
ISBN-13
9789358563627
Publisher
Wonder House Books
BISAC categories
JNF054110 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Sports & Recreation | Olympics
Vijayan Bala
Vijayan Bala has been an educationist-English teacher, Vice-Principal and Principal in leading schools in India since 1976. In the schools he worked, he was also greatly involved in co-curricular activities such as quizzing and public speaking. Presently, he conducts workshops for English teachers and assists growing schools. In the field of Sports, he has contributed from the age of 18 for magazines such as Sportsweek and Sportsworld. He has been on the statistical committees of the Board of Control for Cricket in India and the Cricket Association of Bengal. He has also written two books on Cricket Statistics. He has been a commentator for All India Radio and Doordarshan covering Cricket, Hockey and Football, both in India and abroad. He has also passed the state level umpiring exam held by the Delhi and Districts Cricket Association. He has also coached school cricket and football sides with success. He still writes and broadcasts on Sports.