With the sporting world still on a high following the triumphant 2012 Games in London The Official History of the Olympic Games & the IOC" gives an unparalleled account of the Olympic story from its beginnings in Athens 1894 to the present day including an in-depth account of the London Olympics. This lavishly illustrated story covers the re-creation of the Olympic Games by Pierre de Coubertin the often controversial fortunes of the governing body formed in 1894 & the highs & lows of the Olympics themselves since the first Games in 1896. It also tells the stories of the historic competitors
- from Spyridon Louis (the inaugural marathon winner) & such heroes as Jim Thorpe Paavo Nurmi Sonja Henie Jesse Owens Fanny Blankers-Koen Emil Zatopek Herb Elliott Kip Keino Mark Spitz Franz Klammer Sebastian Coe & Carl Lewis through to Hicham El Guerrouj Michael Phelps Usain Bolt Yu-na Kim & Mo Farah. Detailed background is provided to the many crises: the Nazi Games of 1936; the massacre at Mexico City in 1968; the terrorist slaughter of Israelis at the 1972 Munich Games; the boycotts; the advent of professionals from 1988; & the Ben Johnson scandal & the ongoing threat of drug abuse. The mounting million-dollar investment by medal- obsessed nations is also questioned. This elaborate analysis is the definitive account of the worlds foremost sporting spectacle."
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IN THIS official history of the Women's Amateur Athletic Association commissioned by the AAA Mel Watman
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When the Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway Company formed the Newton Heath L & YR Cricket & Football Club in 1878 they could have had no idea what it was they were starting. Renamed Manchester United in 1902 after financial problems the new club would soon go on to win the league title & the FA Cup. It was just the beginning of one of the most remarkable & gripping stories in sport. In Alex Murphys masterful account he explains how United rose to success & how the club recovered in the bomb-damaged aftermath of the Second World War under the brilliant guidance of Matt Busby. The loss of the core of the side in the Munich Air Disaster of February 1958 stunned a nation & football fans around the world. But Busby recovered to build a new side around the talents of Best Law & Charlton becoming the first English side to win the European Cup in 1968. More recently United have dominated English football under manager Sir Alex Ferguson winning an incredible 11 Premier League titles including a unique Treble in 1999. The incredible story of the Reds success the great stars from Billy Meredith over 100 years ago to Ferdinand Giggs & Rooney today are all featured in this essential volume. Packed with stunning photographs & all the facts & figures you could ever want to know this is a book no United fan can afford to be without. ...

When the Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway Company formed the Newton Heath L & YR Cricket & Football Club in 1878 they could have had no idea what it was they were starting. Renamed Manchester United in 1902 after financial problems the new club would soon go on to win the league title & the FA Cup. It was just the beginning of one of the most remarkable & gripping stories in sport. This masterful account explains how United rose to success & how the club recovered in the bomb-damaged aftermath of the Second World War under the brilliant guidance of Matt Busby. The loss of the core of the side in the Munich Air Disaster of February 1958 stunned a nation & football fans around the world. But Busby recovered to build a new side around the talents of Best Law & Charlton becoming the first English side to win the European Cup in 1968. More recently United have dominated English football under manager Sir Alex Ferguson winning an incredible 19 Premier League titles including a unique Treble in 1999. The incredible story of the Reds' success the great stars from Billy Meredith over 100 years ago to Ferdinand Giggs & Rooney today are all featured in this essential volume. Packed with stunning photographs & all the facts & figures you could ever want to know this is a book no United fan can afford to be without. ...

One of the most eagerly anticipated events on the sporting calendar the 14th edition of the UEFA European Championship will take place between 8 June & 1 July 2012 in Poland & Ukraine (the third time the event will have co-hosts). Sixteen teams will fight it out for the most prestigious international prize in the European football. ITV Sport Euro 2012: The Official Guide" will cover every aspect of the tournament from how the bid was won & an overview of the venues to be used to an assessment of how the teams got there & a comprehensive analysis of their chances of success. It will also include in-depth features on the players expected to make the headlines at Euro 2012 & a thorough examination of the events fascinating history (including biographies of the players of the tournament at each of the previous 13 events). "ITV Sport Euro 2012: The Official Guide" is packed full of facts filled with statistics & beautifully illustrated throughout with a superb collection of action photographs. It is the perfect accompaniment to 2012s biggest football event & is suitable for fans of all ages." ...

Leeds United are one of Englands best supported Football Clubs. Steeped in a rich history they are once again on their way back to the top flight of English football & that fanbase is growing again. This official annual published with support of the club is packed with information & activities. It

Includes:: player profiles action images puzzles & games as well as the facts on the 2011/2012 season. It is a great gift for fans.

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Who scored Uniteds first Premier League hat-trick? Which teams in the Football League have United never played? Who are the most surprising people to have pulled on the red jersey? These are just a few of the questions that are answered in this compelling book that will intrigue & surprise all lovers of trivia & statistics. For this book not only reveals the answers to the obvious questions but also answers many more surprising ones too. With almost 200 lists this book provides a wealth of information & reveals those players who may not have been the very best in the clubs history but came a very close second
- some surprising names emerge from it all bringing back memories of the stars of the past & setting those of today in the context of the clubs remarkable achievements.
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The Official MCC Ashes Treasures" is the perfect way to celebrate cricket's most fiercely contested series. From the late 19th century England & Australia have met twice every four years & since 1882 the prize for the series winners has been a tiny urn purportedly containing the ashes of a bail burned after England had lost at The Oval. As well as a running history of the series special features are interspersed highlighting some of the legends from each team the controversies & the media. & unique to the " Treasures" series there are 30 items of facsimile cricket memorabilia from the past 120 years to pick up & hold. This updated third edition

Includes:: a feature on England's dominating 3-1 series victory in Australia in 2010-11."

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ONLYBBC Active gives you the real SATs tests & the real marking schemes. This Official National Test Papers pack contains: The actual Qualifications & Curriculum Authority (QCA) National Test Papers designed by the experts not mock exam practice papers. Nothing will prepare your child better for their SATs than practising actual tests. The actual QCA marking scheme so you can see exactly how your child can gain top marks & get the best results. A Parent & Child Guide that gives advice on how to prepare for the tests & what to expect & a revision summary for your child helping to make revision quicker & easier. Find out how your child performed compared to the national average of actual results on our FREE SATs website: www.therealtestpapers.co.uk ...