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There is no event like the Olympic Games! The athletes who compete are amazing in their ability to attain world-class standards, their drive to be the best to beat their competitors and defy physical limitations and records on a global stage. These individuals are an example to all of us and each of the amazing Olympians in this audio has an amazing story to tell. In this unique audio collection from Amazing People Worldwide®, take a fascinating trip through the lives of some of the world's 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 and refused to conform. Discover the story of George Eyser, who overcame the loss of his leg in an accident, going on to win six medals in a day. Hear 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, as their stories come to life through BioViews®. A BioView® is a short biographical story, similar to an interview, about an amazing person. These stories offer an inspirational way of learning about people who made major contributions to our world. The unique format and flow enables each person's story to come alive, as if it is being personally told to you, and reflects their interests, emotions and passions.