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The Naked Olympics, The True Story of the Ancient Games

The Naked Olympics, The True Story of the Ancient Games

by Tony Perrottet

  • HISTORY
  • 2004
  • PAPER
  • 214 PAGES

This entertaining, short account uncovers the naked truth behind the brutal, decidely offbeat ancient Olympics. From the painful initiation for athletes to the debauchery outside the stadium, Perrottet covers the history of the games in a style which combines frank humor with the immediacy of sports writing.  (GRE196, $16.00)


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