Introduces the history, equipment, jumps, spins, and competitions of the sport of figure skating.

Double axel, triple toe - you've got all the right moves. Ever since Sonja Henie took the ice in 1924, women figure skaters have captured the hearts and imagina

Figure skating, which is the world's most popular winter Olympic sport, is the subject of this volume. Though figure skaters are often known for their theatrica

How do people become involved in sports? What can their experiences teach us? These are two of the many questions asked by this unique collection of personal st

The 2018 Winter Olympics marked a milestone for LGBTQ+ athletes. Thirteen athletes out of 3,000 competitors were out and proud — nearly double the number who