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How the Olympics Came To Be [Paperback]

Helen East , Mehrdokht Amini
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  • Paperback: 48 pages
  • Publisher: British Museum Press (9 Jan 2012)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 071413144X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0714131443
  • Product Dimensions: 26.6 x 21.2 x 0.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 672 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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If you want to know about the ancient Olympic games, ask someone who was there! Who better to ask than Tethys, the grandmother of all the Greek gods. The Greek gods gather on Mount Olympus to watch the games taking place on Earth below. Like any typical family, they revive old rivalries, pick out their favourite competitors, and vie for the best view. Called upon to answer their questions and resolve their squabbles, Grandmother Tethys soothes and distracts them with stories about How the Olympic Games Came To Be. Prompted by the sporting events the gods have been watching down below, these tales reveal the mythical rivalries and adventures of both gods and mortals that inspired the very first Olympic competitions. The gripping text is accompanied by illustrations inspired by ancient Greek objects and designs in the British Museum.

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Helen East is a professional storyteller who has written several books for children.
Mahrdokht Amini, the illustrator, has had her work published in the Middle East, Poland, UK and the United States.

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Boldyn 17 May 2012
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I purchased this book to tie in with my class theme and I must admit that I found this book fascinating! It is a good book for giving a background knowledge on some of the gods and I loved the illustration xx
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