Paris, France Jul 15, 2024 (Issuewire.com) - Sensational trio of books to celebrate the 2024 Olympic Games in the City of Light.
As the Olympic torch lights up Paris, the City Of Light comes alive like never before. Steeped in history, the city of Paris and the country of France offer a magnificent backdrop to the modern Olympic Games. Our special Olympics package of books invites readers to gain insights into, not only the extraordinary history of the Games and Paris, France, but particularly explores the people who made it all happen.
Who were the people behind it all and what were their stories? What were the challenges and how were they overcome? How did it all start, then end, then recommence and why? What do the torches symbolise? Where did the Olympic rings originate?
Carefully researched by Dr Charles Margerison and the Amazing People Worldwide team, these titles allow readers to gain personal insights into their lives and better understand some of historys most inspirational and iconic characters.
Amazing Olympians
There is no event like the Olympic Games! In Amazing Olympians, you meet the athletes who competed with an outstanding ability to attain world-class standards. Their drive to be the best, to beat their competitors, and to defy physical limitations and reach new records, on a global stage, is nothing short of amazing! These individuals are an example to all of us and each Olympian featured in this book has an incredible story to tell.
In this unique book, you will take a fascinating trip through the lives of some of the worlds most celebrated Olympians! Meet Fanny Blankers-Koen, the flying housewife, who had great success as an athlete in the face of prejudice against her age. Discover the story of George Eyser, who overcame the loss of his leg in an accident, and went on to win six medals in a day. Read how Jesse Owens, the most successful athlete of the 1936 German Olympics, was snubbed by Adolf Hitler because of his colour, and how Johnny Weismuller went from Olympic success to a career in Hollywood.
Join all of these inspirational Olympians, and many others - their stories offer an inspirational way of learning about people who made major contributions to our world. Amazing Olympians is available on Amazon.
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Amazing People Of Paris
A city tour unlike any other, Amazing People Of Paris takes you on a fascinating journey with icons of one of the world's most visited cities. You will meet those who contributed to the music, the art, the architecture, the politics, and other vital aspects of the city's life. Come face-to-face with those who developed the Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre, the Tuileries Gardens and other great places. Find out how Gustave Eiffel built the Eiffel Tower.
Tour Paris with Napoleon, Edith Piaf, Voltaire, and others who made their mark on this great city. What would it have been like to wander the streets of Montmartre and hear Edith Piaf sing, or watch Toulouse-Lautrec paint? As you walk around the City of Light, you are travelling in the footsteps of these amazing people. They all contributed to making the great city of Paris what it is today. Amazing People Of Paris is available on Amazon.
In Amazing People Of France, you are invited into the lives of some amazing French people who made significant contributions to the country. In this inspirational story collection, we celebrate the lives of those who made significant contributions to the history of France.
Meet the unforgettable Louis XV, who envisioned one of France's most visited sites, the Palace of Versailles. Discover his personal challenges and relationships, and better understand what motivated him during his 72-year reign in France. Meet Louis Pasteur, an amazing chemist and microbiologist. Many know about the groundbreaking work he did around pasteurisation; however, few know that among many other things, he created the first vaccines for anthrax and rabies.
Meet philosopher, writer and feminist, Simone de Beauvoir, who broke free from societal chains and marched to the beat of her own drum. Find out about her relationship with prominent existentialist Jean-Paul Sartre and learn more about the woman whose intellect and passion, made her more than a match for her male counterparts. Discover the little-known story of Louis Bleriot, the French aviator who was the first man to fly over the English Channel. Finally, meet Louis Braille, whose pivotal work changed the lives of blind and visually impaired people around the globe. Amazing People Of France is available on Amazon.
About Amazing People Worldwide -
Educational and entertaining, our inspirational book series makes the lives of a vast range of amazing people accessible like never before. People who will enjoy the series are those who are determined to make the best of their time and are interested in learning about the many people who made their mark. Whatever your profession or interest, our library has stories that will speak to everyone in some way. Explore our library HERE. The unique BioView format makes the stories accessible and engaging for everyone. Visit www.amazingpeopleworldwide.com to learn more.
About the Author
Dr Charles Margerison, President and founder of Amazing People Worldwide, is a Psychologist. He is also President of Amazing People Schools. Dr Margerison has consulted widely for major organizations in the fields of organizational and educational psychology. He was previously a Professor of Management at Cranfield University, UK, and the University of Queensland, Australia. He founded Amazing People Worldwide in 2006 and is supported by a dedicated global team. He previously co-founded Emerald Publications, and Team Management Systems and has authored more than 30 books. Dr Charles is also the creator of Can Do Kids Worldwide, a virtual music group that helps students learn about countries and cultures through music. He has also developed Imagineland, for early learners. You can follow him on LinkedIn.
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