The Fascination of Olympic Legends
Gérard and Julien Holtz, renowned for their captivating sports books, have released a new album titled 'The Legend of the Games, 400 Stories and Anecdotes'. This book dives into the rich history of the Olympic Games, offering 400 intriguing anecdotes and 100 organizational secrets, all adorned with beautiful iconography. It’s a must-read for anyone interested in the astonishing adventures of Olympic heroes.
The Last Heroes and Their Moments of Glory
Assouline editions bring us 'The Last Heroes, 100 Moments of Olympic Legends', a visually stunning book that captures the essence of modern Olympism through 200 pages of sublime black-and-white photos. Each snapshot, printed on high-quality paper, immortalizes moments of glory, disappointment, and darker episodes in Olympic history. This book is a perfect gift for any sports lover.
Paris 2024: The Epic Journey
As the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games approach, the city is abuzz with excitement and anticipation. The book 'The Epic Paris 2024, the Story of an Incredible Collective Challenge' offers a comprehensive look at the decade-long journey of organizing the event. From the opening ceremony on the Seine to the intricate logistics of hosting thousands of athletes, this book provides a deep dive into the monumental effort behind the scenes. It’s an ideal read for those looking to understand the complexities and triumphs of organizing such a massive event.
- Olivier Margot and Etienne Bonamy's 'The Last Heroes, 100 Moments of Olympic Legends' is not just a book but also a magnificent object that weighs 1.5 kilos. It features two-page snapshots printed on thick, high-quality paper, capturing the essence of modern Olympism.
- Fabien Baumann’s 'Unusual and Scholarly Guide to the Games' offers a humorous and light-hearted take on the Olympics, filled with unexpected stories, resounding failures, uninhibited cheating, and improbable disciplines. It’s a treasure trove of 200 pages that enriches our Olympic culture.
- Stéphane Gachet’s 'Summer Olympics, All French Medalists from 1896 to the Present Day' is a meticulous work that traces the achievements of 1,266 French men and women who stood on the Olympic podiums. It’s a gold mine of information with almost 600 pages dedicated to these medalists.
- The book 'Incredible Stories from the Olympic and Paralympic Games' by Editions Petit à Petit brings to life great moments in Olympic history through documentary comics. It features classic moments like John Carlos and Tommie Smith’s raised fist in 1968 and lesser-known anecdotes such as the birth of the fair play prize in 1964.
