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Ancient Games: A History of Sports and Gaming

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Discover the fascinating history of sports through the ages

Step into the arena with this captivating journey through 5,000 years of sports and games. From wrestling matches in ancient Iraq to water jousting on the Nile, from deadly Mayan ballgames to Roman chariot races, this beautifully illustrated guide reveals how people have always found joy in competition and play.

Avalon Nuovo's striking illustrations bring each era to life, whilst Iris Volant's engaging text uncovers surprising connections between ancient pastimes and modern sports. Children will discover how Roman chariot racing teams had passionate supporters just like today's football fans, learn about the religious significance of Aztec games, and find out why early Olympic athletes competed naked.

Part of Flying Eye Books' acclaimed Ancient Series, this large-format book is perfect for curious minds who love fascinating facts. Whether browsing for interesting details or diving deep into sports history, young readers will find something captivating on every page.

Suitable for children aged 7 years and up

Further Information

Publisher: Flying Eye Books

Format: Hardback

Series: Ancient Series (Book 3)

Special Features: Large format with detailed illustrations, global perspective on sports history

About the Author: Iris Volant is a researcher and writer for Flying Eye Books, specialising in non-fiction for children. She lives in London.

About the Illustrator: Avalon Nuovo is an illustrator from Los Angeles who graduated with a BFA from ArtCenter College of Design. Her work has been featured in The New York Times and American Illustration archive, and she currently lives in Amsterdam.

Product Specifications

ISBN: 9781912497348

Publisher: Flying Eye Books

Author: Iris Volant

Illustrator: Avalon Nuovo

Format: Hardback

Pages: 64

Dimensions: 31.7 x 25.2 cm

Age Range: 7-12 years

Publication Date: 2020

Language: English

Series: Ancient Series (Book 3)

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