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Other Sports » Olympics & Athletics » Olympics & Athletics Books » Olympics History » GOLD, SILVER AND GREEN - THE IRISH OLYMPIC JOURNEY 1896-1924

GOLD, SILVER AND GREEN - THE IRISH OLYMPIC JOURNEY 1896-1924

GOLD, SILVER AND GREEN - THE IRISH OLYMPIC JOURNEY 1896-1924

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An important study into the story of Irish involvement in the Olympic Games prior to independence, highlighting the achievements of the sportspeople who originated largely from rural Ireland and urban communities in America to win substantial success.

8vo. 415pp. Paperback. Minor wear to covers. Good condition. 

Date
2010
Publisher
Cork University Press
Author
Kevin McCARTHY

£25.00 (Code: 100953)

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