The Little Book of Olympic Spirit" contains more than 185"es from athletes & officials all on the subject of the four-yearly festival of sporting excellence that is the Olympic Games. In just a few words they bring to life the joy of competition the ecstasy of victory the misery of defeat & the love of Olympic competition in general. The thoughts & opinions of some of the worlds greatest competitors such as the samples below make this a very special little book. As Mark Spitz famously said If you fail to prepare youre prepared to fail. The London 2012 Games will generate a lot of interest in present & past Olympians & the"es in " The Little Book of Olympic Spirit" will provide motivation not just for athletes but anyone aiming for a goal."