Now, more than ever, we need great Canadian stories.The first Canadian woman to win a gold medal at the Winter Olympics, Barbara Ann Scott transcended her sport, becoming a symbol of hope and inspiration.Scott's stunning victory at the 1948 Olympics uplifted a nation grappling with the aftermath of World War II, inspiring thousands of Canadians to dream big and strive for excellence in their own lives.Barbara Ann Scott: Queen of the Ice

Embark on an adventurous adventure through the stunning landscapes and lively culture of Spain with "Adventure Places in Spain: Best Places to Visit and Things to Do in Spain in 2023."In this thorough travel guide, you will uncover the hidden jewels and famous sites that make Spain a dream come true for adventurous individuals. Whether you're an adrenaline seeker seeking daring exploits or a thoughtful tourist longing to dig into the rich history and magnificent scenery, this book ...

What if quitting smoking could do more than just save your health—what if it could change your financial future forever?Most people know smoking is expensive, but they never realize the true cost—the wasted money, the lost opportunities, and the financial freedom they could have had.This book isn't just about quitting smoking. It's about turning that decision into the foundation for real wealth.In Quit Smoking, Build Wealth, you'll learn:✔ The true financial ...

Are you over 60 and finding it difficult to lose those pesky pounds? Look nowhere else! "Weight Loss After 60" is your all-inclusive manual for obtaining a better, more energetic lifestyle with efficient weight reduction techniques designed especially for those in their senior years.The author of this inspirational book explores the particular difficulties and possibilities that come with losing weight beyond the age of 60. You'll learn the secrets to recovering your energy, enhanc...

Embark on an intriguing tour through the famous alleys of Rome in "Journey Through Rome: Exploring the Eternal City." This intriguing book encourages you to dig into the heart of one of the world's most interesting places, where ancient treasures, lively culture, and eternal beauty collide.In this interactive excursion, you'll uncover the appeal of Rome from its prominent sites to its hidden secrets. Uncover the mysteries of the Colosseum, walk along the footsteps of emperors throu...

Sequins, Scandals and Salchows: Figure Skating in the 1980s is an extraordinary history of a decade when figure skating was the talk of the town and its stars were household names.This one-of-a-kind book expands far beyond iconic moments like Torvill and Dean's Bolero and The Battle of The Brians, exploring intriguing connections between figure skating and real-world events that shaped the decade, including The AIDS Pandemic, The Cold War, and The Fall of The Berlin Wall.

"Ryan's journalistic ability to unearth historical details and mix them into a compelling story is first-class! While balancing accuracy and fairness, he reveals a man whose life demonstrated enormous talent and creativity, celebrity and human frailty." - Debbi Wilkes, Olympic Silver Medallist, author and figure skating commentator"Informative, lively and scholarly, without being dry, packing in a wealth of figure skating history... Impeccable....

"Nowadays, figure skating is largely about jumps and the impressiveness of how many spins you can make in the air. However, the jumps have not always been figure skating's most prominent feature. When did the jumps emerge, how, and why? Who invented them - if that is even possible to know? These questions are addressed in Ryan Stevens' book." - Anna Maria Hellborg, Department of Sport Sciences, Malmö University, IdrottsforumMuch has been written about figu...

If you love reading about figure skating, this is the book for you!"A Bibliography of Figure Skating" is quintessential guide to reading about the world's most exciting sport. This fascinating reference book highlights over a century of figure skating literature, including biographies, historical books and periodicals in over a dozen languages.Read about the first Bibliography of Skating, penned during the Victorian era by Frederick William Foster. Learn he...

How much do you know about Canada's most exciting winter sport?The Almanac of Canadian Figure Skating is a comprehensive book crammed with fascinating facts and figures, many of which you simply can't find online.This compelling reference book includes:- Biographies of hundreds of skaters, coaches, choreographers, judges and builders... including many incredible people you have never even heard of.- Detailed records of Canadian figur...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The first Canadian woman to win a gold medal at the Winter Olympic Games, Barbara Ann Scott transcended her sport, becoming a symbol of hope and inspiration. In Canada, she became a cultural icon, rivaling the most celebrated stars of Hollywood's Golden Age. Her stunning victory at the 1948 Olympics uplifted a nation grappling with the aftermath of World War II, inspiring thousands of Canadians to dream big and strive for excellence in ...

Every Canadian town has a hockey story, and Ron MacLean has a hockey story for every town. A new book by the co-author of the national bestseller Cornered.When you first meet Ron MacLean, he asks where you’re from, and he always comes back with a story. No one has crossed this country more than MacLean. In his 28 years on Hockey Night in Canada and now as host of Rogers’ Hometown Hockey, Ron has met fascinating people from coast to coast ...