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Saving face : the art and history of the goalie mask / Jim Hynes and Gary Smith ; foreword by Gerry Cheevers.

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J. Wiley & Sons Canada, c2008.

Hockey masks -- History.

9780470155585 (hc.)

0470155582 (hc.)

160 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 28 cm.

Includes index.

The innovators -- The golden age -- Paint jobs and metal bars -- The freedom of expression.

Based on extensive archival research and exclusive interviews, Saving Face tells the story of the goalies behind the mask, and their fight for the right to wear one. It also looks at mask makers, like the little-known face-mold-making pioneers who experimented with materials such as plastic fiberglass in basement workshops, and the talented artisans and artists behind hockey's modern masterpieces. While goaltenders the world over owe a debt of thanks to those who created, developed, championed and continuously improved the mask, hockey fans everywhere are thankful too. For the mask today has gone far beyond its original function, saving face, to become the most unique and intriguing piece of equipment in all of sports.--From publisher description.

Smith, Gary, 1962-

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