Description |
xxi, 273 pages : illustrations, maps ; 21 cm |
Contents |
1. 'War minus the shooting' -- 2. In training for beautiful goodness -- 3. The programme of agony -- 4. Sweet victory -- 5. The politics of contest -- 6. Olympia : the origins -- 7. Olympia : the afterlife |
Summary |
"This is the first time that the long history of the Olympic institution has been traced with reference to social behaviour, sexual habits, and the aesthetic ideals of Classical antiquity. Were there any direct links between athletics and military training? Why did Greek athletes compete in the nude? How did the Romans change the games? The mythology and archaeology of Olympia is also explored, revealing the ways in which the Greeks elevated sporting prowess to heroic status - and a mode of divine gratification."--BOOK JACKET |
Notes |
Includes index |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references, pages 252-264 |
Subject |
Olympic games (Ancient) -- History.
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LC no. |
2004046147 |
ISBN |
0192804332 hardback |
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0192804332 |
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0192804332 hardback |
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0192804332 : |
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0192804332 cased |
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0192806041 paperback |
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