Durant, John

Highlights of the Olympics: From Ancient Times To The Present

NY: Hastings House, 1961. First. Hard Cover. First printing. Cloth, 160 pps. with index, appendix of Olympic records through time of publication. Illustrated. Breezy history of Olympic highlights from the 776 B.C. 200-yard footrace won by Coroebus (a Greek cook) to the exploits of more familiar athletes such as Jim Thorpe, Jesse Owens, Babe Didrikson and Paavo Nurmi. Fine, fresh copy in bright, crisp dust jacket with a very samll closed tear and a touch of wear at top tip. / Yes. Item #E4791

Price: $12.50