The Olympic Games: 1948-1972
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Margo Williamson
Binding: Hardback
Published: Paul Hamlyn, 1972
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: some pen markings
This historical account, The Olympic Games: 1948-1972, chronicles a pivotal era in international sport, detailing how the global athletic spectacle navigated the complexities of the post-World War II landscape. It presents a compelling narrative of athletic achievement intertwined with geopolitical shifts, from the austerity of the London Games to the political tensions of Munich. Williamson illustrates the evolving spirit of the Olympics, showcasing moments of triumph, controversy, and profound human drama that defined a generation. The work uncovers the cultural impact and organizational challenges faced by the Games during a quarter-century of rapid global transformation.
Author: Margo Williamson
Binding: Hardback
Published: Paul Hamlyn, 1972
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: some pen markings
This historical account, The Olympic Games: 1948-1972, chronicles a pivotal era in international sport, detailing how the global athletic spectacle navigated the complexities of the post-World War II landscape. It presents a compelling narrative of athletic achievement intertwined with geopolitical shifts, from the austerity of the London Games to the political tensions of Munich. Williamson illustrates the evolving spirit of the Olympics, showcasing moments of triumph, controversy, and profound human drama that defined a generation. The work uncovers the cultural impact and organizational challenges faced by the Games during a quarter-century of rapid global transformation.