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“A Must Read!!”

“This book reaffirms through a myriad of contributors who had personal encounters with Toller Cranston, whether briefly or through television or those that were collectors of hisartwork. It serves as a testament to his profound influence on numerous lives, solidifying his status as a true Canadian Icon. The author Phillippa Cranston has expertly affirmed his enduring legacy. BRAVO Phillippa …cannot wait for the next book in the series.”

“Five Stars”

“International Artist, Order of Canada, a distinguished artist on and off the ice; a phenome, a brilliant one-of-a-kind maestro, recipient of the Order of Canada. All who know his stunning history, adore him. For those who don’t know do the research. Check him out on YouTube. Locate the galleries that showcase his art. If you do you will be blown away by this International Legend.”

“Fascinating!”

“A fascinating and innovative book about Toller Cranston – skater, artist and Canadian icon. It’s a beautiful book with lots of colourful pictures.”

“Honest and Insightful”

“This beautiful book presents an honest and appreciative insight into the amazing life and artistry of Canadian artist, Toller Cranston. A must read.”

“Five Stars!”

“A fun read – bite sized pieces that can read in or out of order. The book is laid out with a great number of small sections which are easy to read. You can jump around throughout the pages, dotted with the who’s who of Canadian figure skating. I enjoyed Toller quotes – brought the man to life and gave personal glimpses. Yes, a Canadian icon that should be celebrated – sister has portrayed a skating legend, and true artist in a way that maybe only a sister can. A real collaboration from the world of skating and visual arts.”

“Five Stars!”

“An Amazing Biography What an exquisite, gorgeously appointed book! I found it to be a real page turner: It was magic to see Toller emerging through the eyes of many famous contributors
from skating, art, fashion, design, the media and theatre – not to mention from his quirky friends. As each story of Toller unfolded, I discovered more about this remarkable, complex
person, whose singular name reflected who he was, One of a Kind. I loved how he adopted San Miguel, Mexico, and how its people adopted him. I enthusiastically recommend this best seller. It’s a great read with beautiful graphics. His sister, Phillippa, can be proud of her amazing effort to ensure that Toller’s legacy as a great Canadian and an icon in the skating and art worlds
is forever enshrined.”

“Five Stars!”

“Unique look at a unique man the book is visually stunning with professional photos, home snaps and examples of Toller’s own artistic output throughout. The story of a remarkable – in every sense life is told through by the widest variety of people’s voices – vignettes from friends,
colleagues (eg. Chita Rivera on how she saw him and knew she had to meet and perform with him), his sister (the author/originator), employees, trainers and more. He died at 65, much too young, but boy did he live a life in those years.”