Hockey
By Stephen Hardy & Andrew C. Holman
A Global History. University of Illinois Press, 2018.
Summary of Hockey book by Stephen Hardy & Andrew C. Holman
This epic history of ice hockey spans centuries, demonstrating the game’s evolution from a Canadian phenomenon that defined a nation to a worldwide sensation that crossed cultural divides.
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What do you get from this book? The story of ice hockey, from a Canadian spectacle to a global sensation
Ice hockey started in Canada but grew into a global sport as it expanded to new countries and cultures
The primary Montreal version is an amalgam of different stick-and-ball games from around the world
The elite provoked anger in amateur hockey players as they sought to capitalize on the game
Technology was a driving force behind the globalization of ice hockey, propelling it across borders and classes
At the end of the nineteenth century ice hockey took root in America, winning over athletes and spectators alike
Prejudice sometimes tainted the game, though it did not stop hockey’s spread to Europe
Amateur leagues put up a good fight but could not stop the NHL from gaining power
Universities opened the doors for many ice hockey players, even women, but racial minorities were often still excluded
Germany’s unfavorable politics and antisemitism caused conflict during the 1920 and 1936 Olympics
At the onset of the Cold War, Soviets studied their rivals rather than jumping into an Olympic rink with them
Several transformational events occurred during the 1970s which challenged people’s conception of hockey
The Summit Series and Miracle on Ice were crucial games that showcased contention during the Cold War
In spite of the hockey’s commercialization and lockouts, the game is becoming increasingly diverse
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Who should read Hockey book
- Hockey fans
- sports enthusiasts
- cross-cultural scholars
- researchers
- history buffs
- anyone interested in Canadian culture
About the author of Hockey
Stephen Hardy
Stephen Hardy is a professor emeritus, earning an Excellence in Teaching award from the University of New Hampshire, where he taught kinesiology and history. He wrote How Boston Played as well as the fourth edition of Sport Marketing. Andrew C. Holman is a history professor and Canadian studies director at Bridgewater State University. He specializes in Canada’s history, culture, and relationship with the US, and has published two other books on the sport of hockey.
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