Ice-skating Books

Book SynopsisTHE EXTRAORDINARY STORY OF THE ICE-SKATING DUO WHO BECAME THE NATION'S FAVOURITES - NOW THE SUBJECT OF A MAJOR ITV BIOPIC. When Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean collapsed to the ice at the climax of their routine to Bolero in the 1984 Winter Olympics, the judges could find no fault, awarding them 12 maximum scores of 6.0, while 24 million viewers watching at home in Britain simply looked on in amazement. Suddenly, we were all experts in figure skating, and we wanted to know more about the couple at the heart of it all. Despite intense interest in them, Torvill & Dean kept their lives private, with many still wondering if the pair were really a couple. They turned professional and would eventually spend eight years working on ITV's Dancing on Ice, but still much of their story remained unknown. Now, in Our Life on Ice, Torvill & Dean finally open up about the challenges they have

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Book Synopsis'A groundbreaking debut from an extraordinary writer ... a testament to where a woman can go after rock-bottom'PIPER KERMAN, New York Times bestselling author of ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACKKeri Blakinger's brave, brutal memoir, Corrections in Ink, is a riveting story about suffering, recovery and redemption' DAVID SHEFF, NEW YORK TIMES'A raw, fast-paced portrait of one woman's descent into a mental abyss'Irish IndependentKeri Blakinger had always lived at full throttle. Whether flying through the air, chasing Olympic dreams on the ice rink; surviving on as few calories as she could; or balancing a heroin addiction with pursuing a degree at an Ivy League university. But on a cold December day, Keri is arrested with a Tupperware container full of heroin. Shortly afterwards, she is convicted and sent to prison.Forced to confront her addiction, Keri finally manages to break free of it, and finds herself in a place unlike anything she has experienced before: a world built on senseless brutality, but whose inhabitants, her fellow inmates, will change her life forever.Written in luminous prose, with searing honesty and flashes of dark humour, Corrections in Ink shines a light on a broken prison system, and the cruelty and kindness Blakinger experienced there. It is a radical call for justice, and a testament to the power of finding one's voice.Trade ReviewCorrections in Ink is a ground-breaking debut from an extraordinary writer; in her memoir, Blakinger offers a searing work of self-examination, an inquiry of power, and a funny, provocative, and inspiring personal story of addiction, prison, and investigative journalism... a testament to where a woman can go after rock-bottom, the power to transform oneself, and the imperative to discover and tell the truth * Piper Kerman, New York Times bestselling author of ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK *Keri Blakinger's brave, brutal memoir, Corrections in Ink, is a riveting story about suffering, recovery and redemption... I was tempted to close the book - it's hard to witness self-harm - but Blakinger is a gifted writer and she'd ensnared me. I needed to stay with her; I wanted her to be OK... [An] inspiring and relevant memoir -- David Sheff * New York Times *Blakinger has a gift for careful, intimate writing and for a self-revelation that perhaps equals her former penchant for destructiveness... This is a raw, fast-paced portrait of one woman's descent into a mental abyss, and her efforts to clamber out of it. It's more than a tale of recovery from addiction, but also offers up a damning picture of America's flawed and chaotic corrections system - and an impassioned argument against it -- Frieda Klotz * Irish Independent *A gorgeously written, page-turning memoir about addiction, prison, and privilege * Kirkus *It's hard to think of a reporter more deeply devoted to exposing the brokenness of the American prison system than Keri Blakinger, who in Corrections in Ink turns her journalistic eye and narrative gift to her own story - a riveting journey through the depths of addiction and incarceration * Wesley Lowery, Pulitzer Prize winning journalist and author of THEY CAN'T KILL US ALL *'A resonant call for criminal justice reform rings out from investigative journalist Blakinger's extraordinary debut... Chronicling in unsparing prose the cruelties she suffered for nearly two years behind bars - where "you are nothing," and "torture" prevails over "treatment" - Blakinger depicts the slow stripping away of her humanity, but she also writes of learning "how to steal joy in a place built to prevent it."... absolutely sensational' * Publishers Weekly Starred Review *Transferring powerful internal dialogue onto the page, Blakinger offers vulnerable, honest recollections, and a story that won't be forgotten and could even inspire much-needed change * Booklist *Corrections in Ink is a bleak account of a life most of us will luckily never see, but it's also a tale of redemption, not only in the moments of shared humanity Blakinger manages to find in prison, but also in the courageous way she pulled her life together after her release to become an inspiring investigative journalist. Her account of going on to expose wrongdoing behind bars, and helping prisoners with issues such as dental care, is really quite touching. * The Independent - Book of the Month *

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Book SynopsisThe perfect Christmas gift for fans of the award-winning TV series, The Adventures of Paddington!When Paddington discovers a new ice rink in the park, he can't wait to learn how to skate. Trouble is, where do you find bear-sized skates? And will the young cub be able to learn in time for the Windsor Gardens Ice Disco?Find out in this gorgeous new Paddington picture book!Trade ReviewCustomer reviews: Great book!My little grandson loves Paddington. This is a great addition to his collection. Lovely Paddington simple story with illustrations from the TV series. Ideal for a toddler learning to love books. My son absolutely loves these and they are the exact same as shown on tv. Which is just great! Lovely for any Paddington fan. Easy to read and illustrations are lovely! My 18 month old daughter is obsessed with this book!

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Book SynopsisThe only comprehensive history of figure skating in over forty yearsTrade Review"This illustrated book is certainly one that all skaters will want to read. But the viewing public, which has come to appreciate figure skating through the flattering lens of television, will also have fun with it."--Library Journal“James R. Hines has done a masterful job of explaining the origins of skating traditions throughout the world, and successfully integrates the history of the sport into a broader cultural context. He has woven together all of the sport’s major developments, and highlights individuals from around the world who have contributed significantly to the artistry and athleticism of figure skating. This highly readable volume is supplemented by over 200 extraordinary photographs that capture the very essence of figure skating.”--Brian Alexander, Executive Director, World Figure Skating Museum and Hall of Fame"Recommended."--Choice

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Book SynopsisReveals the hard edge of this skating star.

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Book SynopsisIt's the UK's brainiest kids ... trying not to get brained! Marshamgets signed up for a TV show where they don't just test knowledge,they test everything - including physical intelligence, so it'sall done on skates. Can he outsmart the others - evil geniusesincluded - and win, without breaking his neck on the ice?

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewShattering records and pushing the sport further than ever before, Nathan is a legend and icon in the figure skating world. — Serena Williams Watching Nathan Chen develop from a young, determined skater to a gold-medal–winning Olympian has been a gift. I have no doubt that the Quad King’s influence on the sport will impact generations to come. — Michelle Kwan The terms Olympic gold medalist and world champion only begin to describe Nathan Chen. He is as impressive, intelligent, and inspirational as any athlete you will come across. We are lucky that after sharing his skating genius with us, he is now sharing his story. — Mike Tirico, Host of NBC Olympics Primetime Blending history-making gold medals and cultural commitment to multicultural communities is all-too-rare: it’s something young generations have come to expect, something that Nathan has always embodied, and something that continues to inspire all of us. — Bing Chen, CEO and Cofounder of Gold House

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"As someone who has spent a lifetime on the ice, it is very meaningful to know who came before me and to better understand their contributions to my experiences on the ice. I think that goes for all skaters and skating fans. It's great fun to know how the sport we love came to this place. Without an appreciation for the past, the present loses value and the future means very little. Enjoy this book that chronicles skating's beloved history."--Scott Hamilton, gold medalist, 1984 Winter Olympics, and winner of four U.S. championships and four World Championships"Jim Hines adds to his authoritative history of figure skating with a detailed review of the evolution of figure skating, from a national level to international competitions. A must-read for anyone who loves figure skating and history."--David Raith, Executive Director, U.S. Figure Skating"Professor James Hines, the distinguished historian of the sport of ice skating, who is also a member of the International Society of Olympic Historians, has written a vital new work that has done much to recognize and record the vital role of women in the success of the sport over the past century and is, therefore, a valuable addition to the literature of the sport."--Benjamin Wright, Senior Past President of the USFSA and former chair of the ISU Figure Skating Committee"James Hines delves deeply into the fascinating roots of modern figure skating in a book that should be required reading for coaches, skaters, and fans of the sport. An engaging history from the first page, his work places figure skating in the context of the centuries, from the origins of blade design and fabrication, which gave rise to the invention of turns, technique, and artistry. As one of the last skaters to perform school figures in competition, I appreciate his attention to detail as he traces back to the individuals who laid the foundations for our beloved sport and art, and importantly, incorporates the ever-evolving landscape of societal change in its development."--Paul Wylie, silver medalist, 1992 Winter Olympics"This work examines the vital role of women in singles skating and in pairs and is an invaluable addition to the historical literature of the sport."--Sonia Bianchetti Garbato, former ISU Council member, Technical Committee chair, and Referee"This book provides a valuable background to the sport of figure skating which will not only interest skaters but will also deepen the understanding of reader who have no involvement with the sport but who enjoy the spectacle on television."--Sport in History"Professor Hines' new book covers the formative years of figure skating which end at the same time I became a competitor and an enthusiast of skating. The book provides fascinating new information about many things, including forgotten moves and figures, such as the 'Q' figure. It also reminds us that figure skating was originally a male sport. Read it, and you will be amazed at the never ending changes figure skating has gone through, especially the ever expanding role of women from the late nineteenth century till today."--Dick Button

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Book SynopsisA physics-driven exploration of sports played on ice and snow that is truly fun and informative, Gliding for Gold is the perfect primer for understanding the science behind cold weather athletics.Trade ReviewOne of the best [books on snow sports] I've ever read. -- Eric H. Book Bargains and Previews From snowboarding to curling and skating, this places physics explanations in the world of sports and offers fans and competitors alike a solid understanding of the physics of sports. Midwest Book Review Denny, a theoretical physicist and popular science writer provides an enthusiastic, almost breezy tour of the rules, art, and science of skating, hockey, curling, skiing, and snowboarding... For the scientifically inclined reader it provides an interesting window on the science of winter sports. Choice Both travel and science collections will find it packed with lively history, cultural observations, and fun insights. Midwest Book ReviewTable of ContentsAcknowledgmentsThe Start Lines1. Solid Water—Sports and SciencePart I: Ice Sports2. Skating on Thin Ice3. Down the Slippery Slope4. Pucks and RocksPart II: Snow Sports5. Skiing—On the Slopes and on the Level6. Ski Jumping and Snowboarding—On Snow and AirThe Finish LinesPonderablesTechnical NotesBibliographyIndex

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Book SynopsisA physics-driven exploration of sports played on ice and snow that is truly fun and informative, Gliding for Gold is the perfect primer for understanding the science behind cold weather athletics.Trade ReviewOne of the best [books on snow sports] I've ever read. -- Eric H. Book Bargains and Previews From snowboarding to curling and skating, this places physics explanations in the world of sports and offers fans and competitors alike a solid understanding of the physics of sports. Midwest Book Review Denny, a theoretical physicist and popular science writer provides an enthusiastic, almost breezy tour of the rules, art, and science of skating, hockey, curling, skiing, and snowboarding... For the scientifically inclined reader it provides an interesting window on the science of winter sports. Choice Both travel and science collections will find it packed with lively history, cultural observations, and fun insights. Midwest Book ReviewTable of ContentsAcknowledgmentsThe Start Lines1. Solid Water—Sports and SciencePart I: Ice Sports2. Skating on Thin Ice3. Down the Slippery Slope4. Pucks and RocksPart II: Snow Sports5. Skiing—On the Slopes and on the Level6. Ski Jumping and Snowboarding—On Snow and AirThe Finish LinesPonderablesTechnical NotesBibliographyIndex

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