History of Sports Hockey Author:John F. Wukovits Through the years the game of hockey has expanded from its humble origins in Great Britain and France until it is now one of the fastest growing sports in the world. This book examines the history of the game and looks at some of its most exciting moments and individuals. Among others, Gordie Howe and Wayne Gretzky share space with the 1980 "M... more »iracle on Ice" when young American Olympians defeated the powerful Soviet Union squad. (20020901)« less