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ERIC Number: EJ538458
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1996
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Abstractor: N/A
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ISSN: ISSN-0018-7526
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The Games of the Gods.
Andronicos, Manolis
Humanities, v17 n3 p27-29 Jul-Aug 1996
Discusses the cultural and philosophical influences that resulted in the establishment of the Olympic Games in ancient Greece. Examines the ancient Greek ideals of health, beauty, and intellect. Includes a table listing the dates of added competitions (boxing, pentathlon) to the contest. (MJP)
Descriptors: Ancient History, Athletics, Competition, Cultural Influences, Foreign Countries, Freedom, Greek Civilization, Gymnasiums, International Programs, Olympic Games, Physical Education, Secondary Education, Social Structure, Social Values
Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive; Journal Articles
Education Level: N/A
Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Greece
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