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First to the Wall, 100 Years of Olympic Swimming [Paperback]

Susan LaMondia (Author)

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Publication Date: November 3, 1999

First to the Wall, 100 Years of Olympic is a perfect bound, soft cover title. Research indicates that this is the only title available that encompasses the subject of Olympic Swimming in its entirety. The historical content is broken up with humor, trivia and graphics. The book contains complete charts of the, events, finalists and times for each Olympiad. Over 125 photographs bring to life the history and excitement of Olympic Swimming.

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"Swimmers-young and old - in addition to parents, coaches and sports buffs, will enjoy and learn from this well-researched history of Olympic Swimmers. You'll be amazed at some of the performances and stories the authors have found buried in swimming's archives. And you'll find good doses of inspiration and humor as well. First to the Wall should be in every swimming and sports library." -- Jeff Farrell, Double Gold Medalist and Masters Swimmer

"Two words -- Loved it!" -- Mark Henderson, Gold Medalist (Atlanta 1996)

About the Author

Kelly Gonsalves resides in East Longmeadow, MA, and is the mother of four swimmers. Gonsalves has been active in age-group swimming for fourteen years.

Susan LaMondia, mother or three, also resides in East Longmeadow, MA. LaMondia has made a career in the fields of recreation and public education.

Product Details

Paperback: 374 pages
Publisher: Freestyle Pubns Inc (November 3, 1999)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0967417104
ISBN-13: 978-0967417103
Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches
Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

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Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #498,495 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Perfectly balanced: history and funny facts. A great tribute to Olimpic heroes. Essential for those who love swimming and Olimpic Sports.

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Forty thousand spectators lined the shore of the Bay of Zea, in Athens. Read the first page

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Olympic Games, United States, Olvmnic Record, Seventh Eighth Men, Olympic Trials, Los Angeles, Mark Spitz, Michael Gross, Matt Biondi, Did Not Finish, Relay Lead-off Split, Roland Matthes, Gary Hall, Johnny Weissmuller, East German, Pablo Morales, Great Britain, Charles Daniels, Dawn Fraser, Van Dyken, John Hencken, Murray Rose, Tom Jager, David Wilkie, Janet Evans

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