Author

Publication

2010 - John Wiley & Sons, Ltd., New York, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

53,750 words, Guess

Page Count

215 pages

Physical Format

Electronic resource

Identifiers

and 5 more
  • ISBN-100470738898
  • OverDrive7CAB0FD8-F1BB-4722-B173-AFBC1803C780
  • Better World Books9780470738894
  • Better World Books9780470158746
  • Open LibraryOL24266161M

Classifications

  • DDC796.9640971
  • LCCGV845 .W42 2008

Description

A lighthearted, fact-filled guide to the roaring game: curling Immensely popular in Canada, curling has captured the hearts of millions of diehard enthusiasts around the world. Full of quirky characters, fascinating facts, intriguing history, and amazing trivia, this unique guide gives curlers (and lovers of the game) a colorful and often amusing look at this singular sport. With odd, funny factoids on every page, the book sheds light on the long-forgotten Downer Disc, a round curling broom, and how Charlie Kerr, a Brier curler of the '40s, was thwarted by the ash from his own cigar. This one-of-a-kind volume is the ultimate bonspiel prize for curling fans everywhere.Bob Weeks (Toronto, ON) is the editor of the Ontario Curling Report and the author of three books.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • Curling, EtceteraElectronic resourceJohn Wiley & Sons, Ltd.2010

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