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~ Michael Carroll (Author) "Born in Melville, Saskatchewan, centerman Abel became an esteemed fixture with the Detroit Red Wings first as a player, then a coach and finally general..." (more)
Key Phrases: best rookie, best defenseman, hockey association, Stanley Cup, Soviet Union, World Championships (more...)
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This cornucopia of easy-to-use information covers everything associated with the game of hockey. Arranged alphabetically, the entries range from immortals like Gordie Howe and Wayne Gretzky to the Miracle on Ice (the improbable 1980 Olympic victory of the underdog U.S. team over the esteemed Soviet squad) to definitions of ice jargon such as cycling, long side, pipes, slewfooting, and spinnerama. The text is illustrated by 70 black-and-white photos, and appendixes list the winners of the Stanley Cup, Memorial Cup, NCAA, Olympics, and World Championships for men, women, and juniors. A detailed index provides easy access. Carroll is a natural to write this encyclopedia, having already edited 20 books on hockey. A welcome addition to the vast assortment of titles on the market. Larry R. Little, Penticton P.L., B.C.
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.


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From the Allan Cup to Zamboni, Sid Abel to Steve Yzerman, attack zone to wrist shot, this A-Z treasure trove covers everything on and off the ice in the world's most thrilling, exhilarating game. Want to know instantly what ignited the notorious Richard Riot in the mid-1950s? How the Russians came to dominate international hockey so fast? Who the first black NHLer was and why the league was so slow to integrate? Or, maybe you're fascinated by when and where the first hockey game took place, what the five-hole is, and how to forecheck. You'll easily find the answers here, along with incisive biographies of superstars past and present; the gripping story of women's hockey; and entries on diverse subjects including fighting, free agentry, The Hall of Fame, the NHL draft, and game rules. Appendices list major NHL, minor-league, college, junior, and international award and trophy winners, and numerous photos throughout complement the definitive text.

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  • Paperback: 288 pages
  • Publisher: Greystone (January 30, 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 155054845X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1550548457
  • Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.6 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #511,852 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Very readable ..., February 3, 2002
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Short biographies on the top hockey players and top teams in the NHL are complemented by paragraphs on hockey's various leagues, cups, international events, rules and terms. There are numerous black & white photos throughout. A very readable book and it's small enough (9.25in x 7.5 in) to be portable and sit on the bedside table.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Hockey Book, June 25, 2002
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I found this book very easy to read. It has everything I've always wanted to know about hockey in it. I've recommended it to several of my friends who have sons who play hockey and they found it to be very helpful and informative.
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