Figure skating : a celebration

Smith, Beverley, 1954- author.

Book 1994

Describes the development and history of figure skating around the world including information on judging, pairs skating, men's and women's singles, and ice dancing. Also includes photographs and information on many of the famous skaters.

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ISBN:

9780771028199
0771028199

Description:

xiv, 273 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm

Notes:

Includes index

Contents:

Figure skating today : an introduction
A history of competitive skating. The establishment years (pre-1940) ; The rise of the North American skater after the Second World War ; The Soviet invasion ; Television and the short program
From backyard rink to Olympic podium and beyond
Judging
Pairs skating
Men's singles
Ive dancing
Women's singles
Conclusion

LCCN:

cn 94931890

Control Number:

51172

Other Authors:

Diamond, Dan

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