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Book Synopsis: In this bestselling timeless classic, Peter Gzowski recounts the 1980-81 season he spent travelling around the NHL circuit with the Edmonton Oilers. These were the days when the young Oilers, led by a teenaged Wayne Gretzky, were poised on the edge of greatness, and about to blaze their way into the record books and the consciousness of a nation. While the story of the early Oilers embodies the book, The Game of Our Lives is much more than a retelling of one season in the life of an NHL team. Unlike any book ever written in the annals of hockey, Gzowski beautifully weaves together the anatomy of a modern NHL team with the magnificent history of the game to create one of the best books about hockey in Canada. Here are the great teams and the great players through the ages—Morenz, Richard, Howe, Orr, Hull—the men whose rare and indefinable genius on the ice exemplified the speed, grit and innovation of the game. The Game of Our Lives is the best book on the Canadian passion for hockey; a wondrously perceptive account of the hold the game has on Canadians. —Jack Granatstein, The National Post
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In The Game of Our Lives, Peter Gzowski takes us on an unforgettable journey through the 1980-81 season with the Edmonton Oilers. This bestselling classic captures the thrilling rise of a young team led by the legendary Wayne Gretzky, as they were about to make history and capture the hearts of hockey fans nationwide. But this book goes beyond just one season; it masterfully combines the story of the Oilers with the rich history of the game itself, making it a must-read for any hockey enthusiast.
Unlike any other hockey book ever written, The Game of Our Lives delves into the essence of the NHL by showcasing the brilliance of the game's greatest teams and players. From Morenz to Richard, Howe to Orr, Hull and beyond, Gzowski presents the extraordinary talent and innovation that has shaped hockey. By weaving this historical narrative with the modern era of the Oilers, he paints a picture of the sport that will captivate readers and deepen their appreciation for Canada's beloved pastime.
If you're a hockey fan, The Game of Our Lives is a book that cannot be missed. As Jack Granatstein of The National Post raves, it is "the best book on the Canadian passion for hockey." Immersed in the hold that hockey has on Canadians, this wondrously perceptive account invites you to rediscover the game's magic and understand its profound impact on our national identity. Start your journey into the heart of hockey today.
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