Author: Zachary Hyman
Publisher: Tundra Books
ISBN: 1770498966
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 47
Book Description
This action-adventure picture book featuring a grandfather and grandson duo celebrates the power of imagination and the magic of make believe. Charlie loves when Grandpa comes to babysit because he always brings his magical imagination. Grandpa was a magician who knows the most amazing tricks; he can pull a rabbit from a hat and make a coin disappear. But what Charlie loves most are his wonderful adventure stories, and they all begin with something his grandfather has saved in his Magic Story Chest. An hourglass is a reminder of how he defended the treasure in King Tut's tomb from raiders. A long white scarf inspires the story about Grandpa's dogfight with the notorious Red Baron, the great First World War fighter pilot. A coconut shell heralds the story about his encounter with a nasty Tyrannosaurus Rex. Charlie's parents, though, aren't too sure they like Grandpa's stories and warn Charlie that they're just "tall tales." What is Charlie to believe? How can his grandpa convince him that all you need to do is believe and a dream can be turned into something real?
The Magician's Secret
Author: Zachary Hyman
Publisher: Tundra Books
ISBN: 1770498966
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 47
Book Description
This action-adventure picture book featuring a grandfather and grandson duo celebrates the power of imagination and the magic of make believe. Charlie loves when Grandpa comes to babysit because he always brings his magical imagination. Grandpa was a magician who knows the most amazing tricks; he can pull a rabbit from a hat and make a coin disappear. But what Charlie loves most are his wonderful adventure stories, and they all begin with something his grandfather has saved in his Magic Story Chest. An hourglass is a reminder of how he defended the treasure in King Tut's tomb from raiders. A long white scarf inspires the story about Grandpa's dogfight with the notorious Red Baron, the great First World War fighter pilot. A coconut shell heralds the story about his encounter with a nasty Tyrannosaurus Rex. Charlie's parents, though, aren't too sure they like Grandpa's stories and warn Charlie that they're just "tall tales." What is Charlie to believe? How can his grandpa convince him that all you need to do is believe and a dream can be turned into something real?
Publisher: Tundra Books
ISBN: 1770498966
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 47
Book Description
This action-adventure picture book featuring a grandfather and grandson duo celebrates the power of imagination and the magic of make believe. Charlie loves when Grandpa comes to babysit because he always brings his magical imagination. Grandpa was a magician who knows the most amazing tricks; he can pull a rabbit from a hat and make a coin disappear. But what Charlie loves most are his wonderful adventure stories, and they all begin with something his grandfather has saved in his Magic Story Chest. An hourglass is a reminder of how he defended the treasure in King Tut's tomb from raiders. A long white scarf inspires the story about Grandpa's dogfight with the notorious Red Baron, the great First World War fighter pilot. A coconut shell heralds the story about his encounter with a nasty Tyrannosaurus Rex. Charlie's parents, though, aren't too sure they like Grandpa's stories and warn Charlie that they're just "tall tales." What is Charlie to believe? How can his grandpa convince him that all you need to do is believe and a dream can be turned into something real?
Champions
Author: Kevin Lowe
Publisher: Scarborough, Ont. : Prentice-Hall Canada
ISBN: 9780132356237
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 356
Book Description
Publisher: Scarborough, Ont. : Prentice-Hall Canada
ISBN: 9780132356237
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 356
Book Description
On the Clock: Edmonton Oilers
Author: Allan Mitchell
Publisher: Triumph Books
ISBN: 164125730X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 302
Book Description
An insider history of the Edmonton Oilers at the NHL draft A singular, transcendent talent can change the fortunes of a hockey team instantly. Each year, NHL teams approach the draft with this knowledge, hoping that luck will be on their side and that their extensive scouting and analysis will pay off. In On the Clock: Edmonton Oilers, Allan Mitchell explores the fascinating, rollercoaster history of the Oilers at the draft, from first pick Kevin Lowe through Connor McDavid and beyond. Readers will go behind the scenes with top decision-makers as they evaluate, deliberate, and ultimately make the picks they hope will tip the fate of their franchise toward success. From seemingly surefire first-rounders to surprising late selections, this is a must-read for Oilers faithful and hockey fans eager for a glimpse at how teams are built.
Publisher: Triumph Books
ISBN: 164125730X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 302
Book Description
An insider history of the Edmonton Oilers at the NHL draft A singular, transcendent talent can change the fortunes of a hockey team instantly. Each year, NHL teams approach the draft with this knowledge, hoping that luck will be on their side and that their extensive scouting and analysis will pay off. In On the Clock: Edmonton Oilers, Allan Mitchell explores the fascinating, rollercoaster history of the Oilers at the draft, from first pick Kevin Lowe through Connor McDavid and beyond. Readers will go behind the scenes with top decision-makers as they evaluate, deliberate, and ultimately make the picks they hope will tip the fate of their franchise toward success. From seemingly surefire first-rounders to surprising late selections, this is a must-read for Oilers faithful and hockey fans eager for a glimpse at how teams are built.
The Battle of Alberta
Author: Mark Spector
Publisher: McClelland & Stewart
ISBN: 0771078080
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
An up-close look at the rivalry between the Calgary Flames and the Edmonton Oilers, told from the perspective of those that were there. Sports writer and on-air personality Mark Spector pays tribute to the province's hockey heyday with a unique blend of humour and homage. "I hated every single guy on the Oilers, 'cause they all hated me." --Tim Hunter, the Calgary Flames In the 1980s, the province of Alberta was home to the two best hockey teams in the NHL. Aptly dubbed "Death Valley" due to the sheer talent and ability of its players, the province not only begat rivalry with other NHL teams, but also sparked fierce competition within its own borders. Thus began The Battle of Alberta, the historic struggle between the Edmonton Oilers and the Calgary Flames. In The Battle of Alberta, veteran sports journalist Mark Spector presents homage to Albertan hockey, and the two teams that inspired one of the most bitter competitions in NHL history. Through exclusive interviews with coaches, trainers, and players, Spector provides an unbiased, often hilarious look at the brawls, the clashes, and the schemes. A chronicle of an unforgettable time in hockey history (filled with never-before-seen photographs), The Battle of Alberta is guaranteed to entertain fans and educate newcomers alike.
Publisher: McClelland & Stewart
ISBN: 0771078080
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
An up-close look at the rivalry between the Calgary Flames and the Edmonton Oilers, told from the perspective of those that were there. Sports writer and on-air personality Mark Spector pays tribute to the province's hockey heyday with a unique blend of humour and homage. "I hated every single guy on the Oilers, 'cause they all hated me." --Tim Hunter, the Calgary Flames In the 1980s, the province of Alberta was home to the two best hockey teams in the NHL. Aptly dubbed "Death Valley" due to the sheer talent and ability of its players, the province not only begat rivalry with other NHL teams, but also sparked fierce competition within its own borders. Thus began The Battle of Alberta, the historic struggle between the Edmonton Oilers and the Calgary Flames. In The Battle of Alberta, veteran sports journalist Mark Spector presents homage to Albertan hockey, and the two teams that inspired one of the most bitter competitions in NHL history. Through exclusive interviews with coaches, trainers, and players, Spector provides an unbiased, often hilarious look at the brawls, the clashes, and the schemes. A chronicle of an unforgettable time in hockey history (filled with never-before-seen photographs), The Battle of Alberta is guaranteed to entertain fans and educate newcomers alike.
Cujo
Author: Kirstie McLellan Day
Publisher: Triumph Books
ISBN: 1641252448
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 371
Book Description
Curtis Joseph, known affectionately to hockey fans around the world as Cujo, was an unlikely NHL superstar. The boy from Keswick, Ontario, didn't put on a pair of skates until most kids his age were already far along in organized hockey, and he was passed over by every team in the NHL draft. Despite an unorthodox start, he would go on to play 18 seasons with the St. Louis Blues, Edmonton Oilers, Toronto Maple Leafs, Detroit Red Wings, Phoenix Coyotes, and Calgary Flames, winning an Olympic gold medal along the way.For the first time, in this revealing memoir, Joseph talks about his highly unusual upbringing and what led him to pursue hockey. Fans will not want to miss this untold story of perseverance and finding one's own path.
Publisher: Triumph Books
ISBN: 1641252448
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 371
Book Description
Curtis Joseph, known affectionately to hockey fans around the world as Cujo, was an unlikely NHL superstar. The boy from Keswick, Ontario, didn't put on a pair of skates until most kids his age were already far along in organized hockey, and he was passed over by every team in the NHL draft. Despite an unorthodox start, he would go on to play 18 seasons with the St. Louis Blues, Edmonton Oilers, Toronto Maple Leafs, Detroit Red Wings, Phoenix Coyotes, and Calgary Flames, winning an Olympic gold medal along the way.For the first time, in this revealing memoir, Joseph talks about his highly unusual upbringing and what led him to pursue hockey. Fans will not want to miss this untold story of perseverance and finding one's own path.
The McDavid Effect
Author: Marty Klinkenberg
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1501146041
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Step into the streets, arenas, coffee shops, and offices of Edmonton, and witness how the arrival of a teenage hockey phenomenon is changing the city’s fortunes. Once known as the City of Champions, Edmonton is at a crossroads. As oil prices continue to plummet, the economic outlook grows bleaker by the day. Political changes have ushered in an era of uncertainty. And, as though mirroring the city’s fortunes, the Edmonton Oilers continue to struggle on the ice, offering little solace or escape to the city’s long-suffering hockey fans. But on June 26, 2015, hope was reborn in Edmonton. With the first overall pick in the NHL Entry Draft, the Edmonton Oilers selected Connor McDavid, a once-in-a-generation talent who, at only eighteen years old, was already being compared to the Great One who had preceded him twenty-five years earlier. Sparked by the arrival of McDavid, the construction of a new state-of-the-art hockey arena, and the development of a revitalized downtown core, a new sensibility began to emerge in Edmonton. Sensing an opportunity, the city started to rebuild and rebrand itself in search of a new future. Through exclusive access, uplifting anecdotes, and colourful interviews, The McDavid Effect traces the renewal of not just a hockey team, but of an entire city. Reflecting the multitude of viewpoints that make up Edmonton—from Connor himself to construction crews at work on the downtown development to business executives directing the new shape of the Albertan capital—The McDavid Effect paints a portrait of the city as it is being reimagined, captures the near-religious reverence people have for sports, and shows how the people of Edmonton are coming to hope again.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1501146041
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Step into the streets, arenas, coffee shops, and offices of Edmonton, and witness how the arrival of a teenage hockey phenomenon is changing the city’s fortunes. Once known as the City of Champions, Edmonton is at a crossroads. As oil prices continue to plummet, the economic outlook grows bleaker by the day. Political changes have ushered in an era of uncertainty. And, as though mirroring the city’s fortunes, the Edmonton Oilers continue to struggle on the ice, offering little solace or escape to the city’s long-suffering hockey fans. But on June 26, 2015, hope was reborn in Edmonton. With the first overall pick in the NHL Entry Draft, the Edmonton Oilers selected Connor McDavid, a once-in-a-generation talent who, at only eighteen years old, was already being compared to the Great One who had preceded him twenty-five years earlier. Sparked by the arrival of McDavid, the construction of a new state-of-the-art hockey arena, and the development of a revitalized downtown core, a new sensibility began to emerge in Edmonton. Sensing an opportunity, the city started to rebuild and rebrand itself in search of a new future. Through exclusive access, uplifting anecdotes, and colourful interviews, The McDavid Effect traces the renewal of not just a hockey team, but of an entire city. Reflecting the multitude of viewpoints that make up Edmonton—from Connor himself to construction crews at work on the downtown development to business executives directing the new shape of the Albertan capital—The McDavid Effect paints a portrait of the city as it is being reimagined, captures the near-religious reverence people have for sports, and shows how the people of Edmonton are coming to hope again.
The Edmonton Oilers
Author: Peter Boer
Publisher: OverTime Books
ISBN: 9781897277027
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
The expansion team Oilers was Wayne Gretzky's first professional hockey home and the Great One led the team to a series of Stanley Cup victories through the 1980s. New generations of Oilers have since tried and failed to recapture the glory years of the dynasty, a legacy that keeps the pressure on. Peter Boer explores the unique history of the Edmonton Oilers.
Publisher: OverTime Books
ISBN: 9781897277027
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
The expansion team Oilers was Wayne Gretzky's first professional hockey home and the Great One led the team to a series of Stanley Cup victories through the 1980s. New generations of Oilers have since tried and failed to recapture the glory years of the dynasty, a legacy that keeps the pressure on. Peter Boer explores the unique history of the Edmonton Oilers.
The Game of Our Lives
Author: Peter Gzowski
Publisher: Heritage House Publishing Co
ISBN: 9781894384599
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
In this bestselling timeless classic, Peter Gzowski recounts the 1980-81 season he spent travelling around the NHL circuit with the Edmonton Oilers. These were the days when the young Oilers, led by a teenaged Wayne Gretzky, were poised on the edge of greatness, and about to blaze their way into the record books and the consciousness of a nation. While the story of the early Oilers embodies the book, The Game of Our Lives is much more than a retelling of one season in the life of an NHL team. Unlike any book ever written in the annals of hockey, Gzowski beautifully weaves together the anatomy of a modern NHL team with the magnificent history of the game to create one of the best books about hockey in Canada. Here are the great teams and the great players through the ages—Morenz, Richard, Howe, Orr, Hull—the men whose rare and indefinable genius on the ice exemplified the speed, grit and innovation of the game. The Game of Our Lives is the best book on the Canadian passion for hockey; a wondrously perceptive account of the hold the game has on Canadians. —Jack Granatstein, The National Post
Publisher: Heritage House Publishing Co
ISBN: 9781894384599
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
In this bestselling timeless classic, Peter Gzowski recounts the 1980-81 season he spent travelling around the NHL circuit with the Edmonton Oilers. These were the days when the young Oilers, led by a teenaged Wayne Gretzky, were poised on the edge of greatness, and about to blaze their way into the record books and the consciousness of a nation. While the story of the early Oilers embodies the book, The Game of Our Lives is much more than a retelling of one season in the life of an NHL team. Unlike any book ever written in the annals of hockey, Gzowski beautifully weaves together the anatomy of a modern NHL team with the magnificent history of the game to create one of the best books about hockey in Canada. Here are the great teams and the great players through the ages—Morenz, Richard, Howe, Orr, Hull—the men whose rare and indefinable genius on the ice exemplified the speed, grit and innovation of the game. The Game of Our Lives is the best book on the Canadian passion for hockey; a wondrously perceptive account of the hold the game has on Canadians. —Jack Granatstein, The National Post
The Ultimate Edmonton Oilers Trivia Book
Author: Ray Walker
Publisher: Hrp House
ISBN: 9781953563347
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
Calling all Edmonton Oilers fans?Do you love dynasties? How about re-writing the record books? Heated battles with opponents? Stanley Cup after Stanley Cup after Stanley Cup? Of course, you do. That's why you follow the Edmonton Oilers, and now there's a book that lets you show off your love for the team.The Ultimate Edmonton Oilers Trivia Book touches on all the memorable moments in Oilers history, from the wise draft choices to the many, many awards won, and all the colorful players in between.Within these pages, you'll learn about:?"The Gretzky Rule" that the NHL changed because Edmonton was scoring too much?Whose jersey the Oilers retired after he played just 31 NHL games for them?The players known as "The Rat", "The Gator", and "The Viking"?Which NHL records were blown out of the water by the 1980's Oilers?How many Hall of Famers Glen Sather drafted as the league's shrewdest GMTest your memory through over a dozen hockey themed chapters. Try your hand at the multiple-choice questions that will make you question your gut reaction. Settle the score once and for all with true or false scenarios to make you think. And stockpile tons of great anecdotes about the team with the "Did You Know?" sections.All Oilers fans will enjoy this book, whether you're re-living the exciting moments of your youth, or learning fascinating new details for the first time. Don't hesitate, pick up a copy today and show all of your family and friends that your love for Edmonton runs as deep as the oil under the ground!
Publisher: Hrp House
ISBN: 9781953563347
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
Calling all Edmonton Oilers fans?Do you love dynasties? How about re-writing the record books? Heated battles with opponents? Stanley Cup after Stanley Cup after Stanley Cup? Of course, you do. That's why you follow the Edmonton Oilers, and now there's a book that lets you show off your love for the team.The Ultimate Edmonton Oilers Trivia Book touches on all the memorable moments in Oilers history, from the wise draft choices to the many, many awards won, and all the colorful players in between.Within these pages, you'll learn about:?"The Gretzky Rule" that the NHL changed because Edmonton was scoring too much?Whose jersey the Oilers retired after he played just 31 NHL games for them?The players known as "The Rat", "The Gator", and "The Viking"?Which NHL records were blown out of the water by the 1980's Oilers?How many Hall of Famers Glen Sather drafted as the league's shrewdest GMTest your memory through over a dozen hockey themed chapters. Try your hand at the multiple-choice questions that will make you question your gut reaction. Settle the score once and for all with true or false scenarios to make you think. And stockpile tons of great anecdotes about the team with the "Did You Know?" sections.All Oilers fans will enjoy this book, whether you're re-living the exciting moments of your youth, or learning fascinating new details for the first time. Don't hesitate, pick up a copy today and show all of your family and friends that your love for Edmonton runs as deep as the oil under the ground!
Gretzky's Tears
Author: Stephen Brunt
Publisher: Triumph Books
ISBN: 1633191079
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 279
Book Description
From his standout youth, where he honed his skills on a backyard rink, to his unlikely jump to the pros at the age of 17, this biography chronicles Wayne Gretzky's ascension to the greatest hockey player of all time to his shocking trade from the Edmonton Oilers to the Los Angeles Kings in 1998—an event that rocked hockey fans across North America. This chronicle reveals, for the first time, the true story behind the deal, as well as Gretzky's important role in making the trade happen. From the press conference where the trade was announced and where Gretzky wept, this work notes how the “Great One” could have been crying tears of joy as he realized his life was about to get a whole lot better—playing for more money in a California city that would be a perfect home for him and his glamorous new actress-wife.
Publisher: Triumph Books
ISBN: 1633191079
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 279
Book Description
From his standout youth, where he honed his skills on a backyard rink, to his unlikely jump to the pros at the age of 17, this biography chronicles Wayne Gretzky's ascension to the greatest hockey player of all time to his shocking trade from the Edmonton Oilers to the Los Angeles Kings in 1998—an event that rocked hockey fans across North America. This chronicle reveals, for the first time, the true story behind the deal, as well as Gretzky's important role in making the trade happen. From the press conference where the trade was announced and where Gretzky wept, this work notes how the “Great One” could have been crying tears of joy as he realized his life was about to get a whole lot better—playing for more money in a California city that would be a perfect home for him and his glamorous new actress-wife.