Sport and Recreation in Ancient Greece: A Sourcebook with Translations

by Waldo E. Sweet

Book Overview

Both interesting and accessible, this text examines the athletic events of the ancient Olympics and other sports events, athletic clothing, women in sports, and famous athletes through the translated accounts of ancient Greek and Latin authors. Questions following each translation help students understand the passages and strengthen their evaluation skills.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0195041275
• ISBN13: 9780195041279
• Release Date: October 1987
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.2" x 9.3"