The Olympic Games, which originated in ancient Greece and were revived in 1896 by Pierre de Coubertin - with the crucial role of Dimitrios Vikelas - have become a symbol of international sporting camaraderie over the course of more than a hundred years.

This book provides a retrospective on the most significant moments in the history of the modern Olympic Games. The political circumstances that shaped their evolution, the greatness of the athletes who embodied their spirit, as well as the paradoxes that occurred during them come to life through rich photographic material.

The edition is complemented by an appendix, which covers the Greek participation in the Olympic Games, reminding us of their origins and providing a comprehensive picture of the flourishing of Greek athletics.