Women at the Olympic Games by Julia Solans & Julien Moreau

The untold story of women's struggle for equality in the Olympic Games, from Pierre de Coubertin's era to modern champions.

This groundbreaking work explores:

• Women's exclusion from the first modern Olympics and their fight for inclusion
• Pierre de Coubertin's opposition and the pioneers who challenged him
• Trailblazing female athletes who broke barriers and changed history
• The evolution of women's participation from 1900 to present day
• Iconic champions and their impact on gender equality in sports
• Social, cultural, and political dimensions of women's Olympic journey

Julia Solans and Julien Moreau combine rigorous historical research with compelling narratives to illuminate this crucial chapter in sports history. Essential reading for anyone interested in Olympic history, women's sports, and the ongoing fight for gender equality.

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