"Most of the time sports are seen as the height of competition, but often they also bring people together in times of cultural, social, and political upheaval. Miracle on Ice explores the way the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team served to bring Americans together in a time we needed it most. Includes ties to 21st Century themes, as well as infographics, timelines, glossary, and index"-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents
Uneasy times -- Gods on ice -- Unlikely heroes -- Do you believe in miracles? -- Out of many, one.
