The first Canadian woman to win a gold medal at the Winter Olympics, Barbara Ann Scott transcended her sport, becoming a symbol of hope and inspiration.
Scott's stunning victory at the 1948 Olympics uplifted a nation grappling with the aftermath of World War II, inspiring thousands of Canadians to dream big and strive for excellence in their own lives.
Barbara Ann Scott: Queen of the Ice is a fascinating new biography that will delight knowledgeable and passionate fans of figure skating and history lovers alike.
Ryan Stevens, a former figure skater and judge from Halifax, Nova Scotia, has spent the last decade uncovering the intriguing history of figure skating through his blog, Skate Guard. He is the author of six books on the subject and has written for "Skating," the world's oldest figure skating magazine. His research has also supported numerous museum exhibits and television programs aired on CBC, ITV, and NBC.