The Rupa Olympics Games Fact Book

The book is not a history of Olympics or a chronicle of events. It travels with the reader to the ups and downs of the Games, marked with joy and sorrow. Presenting the exploits of such Olympic luminaries as Owens, Nurmi and Spitz, it prepares you to enjoy the summer extravaganze at Athens. The book briefs on all the Olympic Games since its rebirth in 1897--the number of competitors, nations participated, sports events; medal winners; highlights etc. It reveals interesting facts about gender ratio; India's performance; discontinued sports; the Olympic flame, oath, mascot, medal and much more. This book keeps you attached with the mystery and joy of the Olympics, far away from the track.