NEW DELHI: A new book traces the journey of the modern Olympics since 1896 and also profiles the top performers of each of these games besides highlighting what is in store at this year’s edition in Paris.
In “Olympics: Modern Summer Games, Its Stars and Their Great Moments”, veteran sportswriter and commentator Vijayan Bala offers a detailed look at the events, athletes, and nations that have shaped the modern summer Olympics.
The book, published by Wonder House, an imprint of Prakash Books, features a special preview of the Paris Games, which are returning to the French capital after a century.