The Corinthian girl : champion athlete of ancient Olympia / Christina Balit.
Title:
The Corinthian girl : champion athlete of ancient Olympia / Christina Balit.
ISBN:
9781913074722
Personal Author:
Publication Information:
Herefordshire : Otter-Barry Books, 2021.
Physical Description:
1 volume : illustrations (colour) ; 28 cm
Summary:
"Set in Ancient Greece, this inspiring story tells of a slave girl who became champion in the Heraean Games (the girls' and women's version of the Olympic Games) in the great stadium at Olympia. Born in Corinth, abandoned as a baby, she becomes a nameless slave until her strength and skill are noticed by her owner, a famous athlete. Her spirit and courage take her to victory in the Games, to freedom and to fame."--Provided by publisher.
OCLC Number:
on1240209776
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