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The only comprehensive history of figure skating in over forty years

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"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

Figure Skating A HIstory

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      Publisher University of Illinois Press
      Published 19 January 2006
      ISBN-13 9780252072864
      978-0252072864
      ISBN-10 0252072863
      Also in:
      Sport History of sport Ice-skating

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      The only comprehensive history of figure skating in over forty years

      Trade 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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