Ancient Greek Athletics : Myths, History and Culture by Varvitsiotis, Orestes G - 2004

Athens: In Tempo, 2004 " Although the book gives a detailed history of the Olympian Games and describes the organization, rules and kind of events that took place during the eleven centuries of their life, Varvitsiotes' book gives greater emphasis to the cultural aspects of athletics in ancient Greece, and how athletics influenced the Greeks' overall culture and, they in turn, were influenced by it. " 143p. illus bibliography.(New - will be sent to you direct from the publisher in Greece). 1st Greek Ed... Soft Cover. New Book from Greece.