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This digital document is an article from Palaestra, published by Challenge Publications Limited on January 1, 2003. The length of the article is 330 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Sports strategy developed. (U.S. Paralympics Forum).(Brief Article)
Publication: Palaestra (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 2003
Publisher: Challenge Publications Limited
Volume: 19Issue: 1Page: 11(1)

Article Type: Brief Article

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This digital document is an article from Palaestra, published by Challenge Publications Limited on March 22, 2005. The length of the article is 960 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Paralympic Academy, inspiring one athlete at a time.(U.S. Paralympic Forum)
Author: Charlie Huebner
Publication: Palaestra (Magazine/Journal)
Date: March 22, 2005
Publisher: Challenge Publications Limited
Volume: 21Issue: 2Page: 8(1)

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This digital document is an article from Palaestra, published by Thomson Gale on June 22, 2005. The length of the article is 1235 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Serving the USA--through war and sport.(U.S. Paralympics Forum)
Publication: Palaestra (Magazine/Journal)
Date: June 22, 2005
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 21Issue: 3Page: 8(2)

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The publisher, a double amputee since the age of 11 and a Paralympic champion himself, wrote this book to be "a chronicle of the drama and excitement of the Paralympic Games-the pinnacle of athletic competition for elite athletes with a disability." Accompanied by over 200 color photographs, the book is filled with stories and experiences of athletes in their quest for achievement. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Palaestra, published by Challenge Publications Limited on January 1, 1993. The length of the article is 409 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Fleming, Neppl and Mushett named by 1996 Atlanta Paralympic Committee. (G. Andrew Fleming, Roger E. Neppl, Michael P. Mushett)
Publication: Palaestra (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 1993
Publisher: Challenge Publications Limited
Volume: v9Issue: n2Page: p8(1)

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The purpose of this book is to use sport as a vehicle to show the achievements of individuals with disabilities. With more than 600 colour photographs and 258 pages, this book shows the tremendous impact that a largely-volunteer group, the Paralympic movement, can have on society.

Gary McPherson, Chair of the Alberta Premier's Council on the Status of Persons With Disabilities, says, "The ripple of the disabled sports movement is immense. So many people have gained from it in the areas of rehabilitation, competitive sport, and better social conditions. If you are going to bring about social change, you need to do it in a positive way rather than in a negative way. Sport is a positive vehicle to show what can be done, and how it can be done."

The people profiled in the book are not only successful in the world of disabled sport -- many are elite athletes at the pinnacle of their careers -- they are successful in mainstream society as well.The strong message that comes through from those profiled is that those with disabilities can overcome the barriers they face. Dr. Steadward says of the special people he worked with, "They never thought that their disabilities would in any way limit their ambition, or their ability to participate in anything they wanted to do." Repeatedly the message is, "I can do so much more than I thought I could. The secret is to try."

The story of the Paralympic Games, second in size only to the Olympic Games, is the story of volunteers, thousands and thousands of volunteers, who over the years have made tremendous sacrifices to improve the lives of those with disabilities. It is the story of skilled professionals,whose research and commitment benefit not only athletes, but all people with disabilities. The development of specialized racing wheelchairs, for example, led to the improvement of design in regular wheelchairs. It is the story of people who are role models for those in every walk of life.As one of the slogans developed by Joey Reiman (Brighthouse Ad Agency) for the Atlanta Games says, "The Olympic Games are where heroes are made. The Paralympic Games are where heroes come."

This book is written to inspire. One reader may be a sports fan looking for photographs of elite athletic performances. Other readers might be those who find themselves suddenly disabled, or families looking for reassurance that their efforts can make a difference in the life of a loved one with a disability, or discouraged volunteers who need to see that they can make a difference. This book helps all its readers see their own potential with new clarity.

Profits from the book will be used to further spinal cord research, rehabilitation, awareness, and education through the Rick Hansen Centre at the University of Alberta. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

Inspiring & Awesome
For anyone who was born with a disability, this book will inspire you to never give up on your dreams.For anyone else, this book reminds you that those of us with physical limitations do not always live up to lowered expectations. It is truly amazing what the people in this book have accomplished, especially considering the physical problems they have overcome. My favorite section was the personal profiles of the athletes with their photos and accomplishments. The people in this book are truly leaders in paving the way in changing what makes someone successful - persistence and determination.

Fantastic!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This book is inspiring and heart warming.It brings hope for those who are recently disabled and are trying to come to terms with their disability.The photos are amazing in their colours and in the storiesthey tell without words. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, published by American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) on March 1, 2000. The length of the article is 381 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Socialization Processes of Male Athletes Participating in the 1996 Paralympic Games.(Brief Article)
Publication: Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport (Refereed)
Date: March 1, 2000
Publisher: American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD)
Volume: 71Issue: 1Page: A-110

Article Type: Brief Article

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This digital document is an article from Plastics Engineering, published by Society of Plastics Engineers, Inc. on July 1, 2000. The length of the article is 452 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Advancements in Prosthetic Limbs Help Paralympic Hopeful Pursue His Dream Of Gold.(John Register's new leg)(Brief Article)
Author: Candy Score
Publication: Plastics Engineering (Refereed)
Date: July 1, 2000
Publisher: Society of Plastics Engineers, Inc.
Volume: 56Issue: 7Page: 12

Article Type: Brief Article

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This digital document is an article from Palaestra, published by Challenge Publications Limited on March 22, 2004. The length of the article is 634 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Moving in and moving up, or goalball blazes a trail in training center history.(blind athletes training for 2004 paralympic games)
Publication: Palaestra (Magazine/Journal)
Date: March 22, 2004
Publisher: Challenge Publications Limited
Volume: 20Issue: 2Page: 13(1)

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This digital document is an article from Palaestra, published by Challenge Publications Limited on January 1, 1993. The length of the article is 1613 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Technology only a part of the story as world records fall. (at the 1992 Paralympic Games)
Author: Michael J. Paciorek
Publication: Palaestra (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 1993
Publisher: Challenge Publications Limited
Volume: v9Issue: n2Page: p14(4)

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This digital document is an article from Palaestra, published by Thomson Gale on January 1, 2004. The length of the article is 5955 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Historical overview of the Paralympics, Special Olympics, and Deaflympics.
Author: David Legg
Publication: Palaestra (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 2004
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 20Issue: 1Page: 30(8)

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This digital document is an article from Palaestra, published by Challenge Publications Limited on March 22, 2004. The length of the article is 661 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Paralympic Academy.(U.S. Paralympics Forum)
Author: Charlie Huebner
Publication: Palaestra (Magazine/Journal)
Date: March 22, 2004
Publisher: Challenge Publications Limited
Volume: 20Issue: 2Page: 9(1)

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This digital document is an article from UN Chronicle, published by United Nations Publications on December 1, 2004. The length of the article is 1408 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: The right to participate, with rights to win: the International Paralympic Games.
Author: Amy Farkas
Publication: UN Chronicle (Magazine/Journal)
Date: December 1, 2004
Publisher: United Nations Publications
Volume: 41Issue: 4Page: 14(2)

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This digital document is an article from Palaestra, published by Challenge Publications Limited on June 22, 2001. The length of the article is 385 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Huebner to Lead New United States Paralympic Corporation.(Charlie Huebner)(Brief Article)
Publication: Palaestra (Magazine/Journal)
Date: June 22, 2001
Publisher: Challenge Publications Limited
Volume: 17Issue: 3Page: 52

Article Type: Brief Article

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This digital document is an article from Palaestra, published by Challenge Publications Limited on January 1, 1999. The length of the article is 1349 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Mandeville Road to the Paralympics.(Review)
Publication: Palaestra (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 1999
Publisher: Challenge Publications Limited
Volume: 15Issue: 1Page: 54(1)

Article Type: Book Review

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This digital document is an article from Proceso, published by CISA Comunicacion e Informacion, S.A. de C.V. on November 14, 1999. The length of the article is 1932 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Los Juegos Paralímpicos Panamericanos: entre la desorganización y la indiferencia.(minusválidos; competiciones atléticas; crítica)(TT: Paralympic Pan-American Games: somewhere between disorganization and indifference.)(TA: handicapped; athletic competitions; criticism)
Author: Fabiola Zamorán
Publication: Proceso (Magazine/Journal)
Date: November 14, 1999
Publisher: CISA Comunicacion e Informacion, S.A. de C.V.
Page: 92

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This digital document is an article from Palaestra, published by Challenge Publications Limited on March 22, 2003. The length of the article is 702 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Budding mono-skiers not snowed by top racers: young ski racers champion their sport at paralympics. (DS/USA).
Publication: Palaestra (Magazine/Journal)
Date: March 22, 2003
Publisher: Challenge Publications Limited
Volume: 19Issue: 2Page: 10(1)

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This digital document is an article from Palaestra, published by Challenge Publications Limited on September 22, 2001. The length of the article is 656 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: VIII Paralympic Winter Games--Salt Lake City prepares. (Paralympic Spirit).
Publication: Palaestra (Magazine/Journal)
Date: September 22, 2001
Publisher: Challenge Publications Limited
Volume: 17Issue: 4Page: 16(1)

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