The Channel-Stane: Or Sweepings Frae the Rinks (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

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9780267687619: The Channel-Stane: Or Sweepings Frae the Rinks (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0267687613 ISBN 13: 9780267687619

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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A lively, illustrated history of curling and its place in Scottish life.

This book traces curling from its humble, icebound roots to a polished, strategic sport, weaving practice, culture, and colorful anecdotes into a clear guide to the game and its traditions.

The Channel-Stane: Or Sweepings Frae the Rinks collects the story of curling across centuries, explaining where the game came from, how it evolved, and why it matters to communities from Edinburgh to the Highlands. It blends historical notes with vivid scenes from clubs, matches, and the people who made the sport a beloved winter pastime.

Readers will explore the old and new ways the game is played, the terms players use, and the social ties that curling fostered among classes, ministers, and friends. The book also offers memorable snippets, poems, and anecdotes that capture the humor and camaraderie of the ice.

How curling started and spread, with notes on early implements and evolving techniques
Descriptions of clubs, competitions, and the governance of the sport
Colorful scenes of matches, players, and community gatherings
Curious anecdotes, quotations, and historical curios about curling life

Ideal for readers who enjoy sports history, Scottish culture, and the human stories that accompany a winter tradition.

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