01157nam a2200193Ia 450000500170000000800410001702000180005804100080007608200090008410000190009324500370011225000060014926400350015530000310019052007000022165000060092165500140092770000220094120260922095534.0260922s9999    xx            000 0 und d  a0-531-11777-4  aeng  a796.1 aWUKOVITS, John14aThe Encyclopedia Of World Sports  a1  aNew YorkbFranklin Wattsc2000  aiv, 186 hlm.bilus.c26 cm  aIn this book, you'll learn top-notch information and cool facts about the world of sports. From baseball to boccie ball, from karate to kayaking, here's the history, rules, equipment, competition, and great moments of over 85 international sports. You'll read about who held the olympic record in the long jump for 24 years' where the first volleyball game was played, and what new basketball player has been compared to michael Jordan. Check out sidebars to read amazing stories about the greatest champions, like boxing's Muhammad Ali. Over 150 color and historical photos will give you a feel for the live action. The Encyclopedia of world sports is a no-brainer for the hard-core sports fan. 4a0  aGrade 7-91 aMark Golaeeditor