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Looking for the perfect gift for sports enthusiasts or Olympic history buffs? Look no further than Freeze Frame: A Photographic History of the Winter Olympics. This visually stunning companion volume to the highly acclaimed Swifter, Higher, Stronger: A Photographic History of the Summer Olympics captures the heroics and memorable moments of the Winter Olympics in breathtaking detail. Whether it's the inspiring story of the Jamaican bobsled team or the unforgettable U.S.S.R. vs. U.S.A. hockey clash at Lake Placid, this book brings to life the legends of great winter sports.
Featuring spectacular photo galleries, Freeze Frame showcases the triumphs and tragedies that have enthralled the world since the Winter Olympics were launched in Chamonix in 1924. From Eric Heiden's historic five gold medal haul in 1980 to the heart-wrenching plane crash that claimed the lives of 18 members of the U.S. figure skating team in 1961, this book captures the essence of the Winter Olympics.
In addition to its captivating visuals, Freeze Frame also includes a superb map of Winter Olympic sites, offering a geographical perspective to the reader. Get an insight into the coverage of new extreme Olympic sports and stay up to date with the complete Winter Olympic Almanac, which provides quick reference information on each Olympiad.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to dive into the captivating world of the Winter Olympics. Order your copy of Freeze Frame: A Photographic History of the Winter Olympics today and relive the glory and excitement of this iconic sporting event.
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