University of Illinois Press Book Figure Skating in the Formative Years: Singles, Pairs, and the Expanding Role of Women

University of Illinois Press Book Figure Skating in the Formative Years: Singles, Pairs, and the Expanding Role of Women

Product Description

A historical study examining how figure skating developed in its early years, focusing on singles and pairs and highlighting the expanding role of women within the sport. The work traces formative periods and situates gender dynamics within broader European history, offering a scholarly perspective drawn from archival materials and historical analysis. It provides a detailed account of competing narratives, key figures, and institutional changes that shaped early competitive skating.

Product Details
Pages232
EditionFirst Edition
FormatHardcover
PublisherUniversity of Illinois Press
CategoryHistory of Europe
Details
  • Pages: 232
  • Edition: First Edition
  • Format: Hardcover
Advantages
  • Authoritative academic treatment from a university press
  • Clear focus on the evolution of women’s roles in figure skating
  • Historical context anchored in European history
Disadvantages
  • No price information provided
  • Not a light read for casual skimming
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