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From Skisport to Skiing

Author : E. John B. Allen
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book From Skisport to Skiing written by E. John B. Allen and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The first full-length study of skiing in the United States, this book traces the history of the sport from its utilitarian origins to its advent as a purely recreational and competitive activity." "During the mid-1800s, inhabitants of frontier mining communities in the Sierra and Rocky mountains used skis for many practical reasons, including mail and supply delivery, hunting, and railroad repair. In some towns skis were so common that, according to one California newspaper, "the ladies do nearly all their shopping and visiting on them."" "But it was Norwegian immigrants in the Midwest, clinging to their homeland traditions, who first organized the skisport. Through the founding of local clubs and the National Ski Association, this ethnic group dominated American skiing until the 1930s." "At this time, a wave of German immigrants infused America with the ethos of what we today call Alpine skiing. This type of skiing became increasingly popular, especially in the East among wealthy collegians committed to the romantic pursuit of the "strenuous life." Ski clubs proliferated in towns and on college campuses and specialized resorts cropped up from New England to California. At the same time, skiing became mechanized with tows and lifts, and the blossoming equipment and fashion industries made a business of the sport." "On the eve of World War II, as the book concludes its story, all the elements were in place for the explosion in recreational and competitive skiing that erupted after 1945."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

The Culture and Sport of Skiing

Author : E. John B. Allen
Publisher : Univ of Massachusetts Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 408 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book The Culture and Sport of Skiing written by E. John B. Allen and published by Univ of Massachusetts Press. This book was released on 2007 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive history of skiing from its earliest origins to the outbreak of World War II, this book traces the transformation of what for centuries remained an exclusively utilitarian practice into the exhilarating modern sport we know today. E. John B. Allen places particular emphasis on the impact of culture on the development of skiing, from the influence of Norwegian nationalism to the role of the military in countries as far removed as Austria, India, and Japan. Although the focus is on Europe, Allen's analysis ranges all over the snow-covered world, from Algeria to China to Zakopane. He also discusses the participation of women and children in what for much of its history remained a male-dominated sport. Of all the individuals who contributed to the modernization of skiing before World War II, Allen identifies three who were especially influential: Fridtjof Nansen of Norway, whose explorations on skis paradoxically inspired the idea of skiing as sport; Arnold Lunn of England, whose invention of downhill skiing and the slalom were foundations of the sport's globalization; and Hannes Schneider, whose teachings introduced both speed and safety into the sport. Underscoring the extent to which ancient ways persisted despite modernization, the book ends with the Russo-Finnish War, a conflict in which the Finns, using equipment that would have been familiar a thousand years before, were able to maneuver in snow that had brought the mechanized Soviet army to a halt. More than fifty images not only illustrate this rich history but provide further opportunity for analysis of its cultural significance.

Skiing

Author :
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 102 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Skiing written by and published by . This book was released on 1983-04 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Story of Modern Skiing

Author : John Fry
Publisher : University Press of New England
ISBN 13 : 151260156X
Total Pages : 404 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (126 download)

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Download or read book The Story of Modern Skiing written by John Fry and published by University Press of New England. This book was released on 2017-03-14 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the definitive history of the sport that has exhilarated and infatuated about 30 million Americans and Canadians over the course of the last fifty years. Consummate insider John Fry chronicles the rise of a ski culture and every aspect of the sport's development, including the emergence of the mega-resort and advances in equipment, technique, instruction, and competition. The Story of Modern Skiing is laced with revelations from the author's personal relationships with skiing greats such as triple Olympic gold medalists Toni Sailer and Jean-Claude Killy, double gold medalist and environmental champion Andrea Mead Lawrence, first women's World Cup winner Nancy Greene, World Alpine champion Billy Kidd, Sarajevo gold and silver medalists Phil and Steve Mahre, and industry pioneers such as Vail founder Pete Seibert, metal ski designer Howard Head, and plastic boot inventor Bob Lange. Fry writes authoritatively of alpine skiing in North America and Europe, of Nordic skiing, and of newer variations in the sport: freestyle skiing, snowboarding, and extreme skiing. He looks closely at skiing's relationship to the environment, its portrayal in the media, and its response to social and economic change. Maps locating major resorts, records of ski champions, and a timeline, bibliography, glossary, and index of names and places make this the definitive work on modern skiing. Skiers of all ages and abilities will revel in this lively tale of their sport's heritage.

Ski A to Z

Author : Kimberley Kay
Publisher : Meyer & Meyer Sport
ISBN 13 : 1782558810
Total Pages : 97 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (825 download)

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Download or read book Ski A to Z written by Kimberley Kay and published by Meyer & Meyer Sport. This book was released on 2021-12-01 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ski A-Z is a fun, illustrated introduction to skiing. It demystifies the world of skiing, making it more accessible. This book explains what it can take years to discover, and many things that no one mentions to beginner skiers. Ski A-Z has valuable information and advice that can empower the reader to be able to enjoy the experience of skiing. This book will help anyone prepare for mountain experiences as its packed with useful tips and insights. Written and illustrated in the classic style of A-Z books, this fun and informative introduction to skiing makes for an ideal gift for anyone – at any age – who is interested in skiing.

Historical Dictionary of Skiing

Author : E. John B. Allen
Publisher : Scarecrow Press
ISBN 13 : 0810868024
Total Pages : 381 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (18 download)

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Download or read book Historical Dictionary of Skiing written by E. John B. Allen and published by Scarecrow Press. This book was released on 2012 with total page 381 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Skiing is one of the oldest modes of transportation known, predating the wheel with dated artifacts to prove its pedigree. Skiing for sport, however, did not become common until about 150 years ago. The first Winter Olympic Games, held in Chamonix, France in 1924, were the first to introduce skiing as a competition. Events were held in both ski jumping and cross-country skiing. With advances in technology and increased leisure time, the popularity of skiing as a sport has risen exponentially since it was first introduced. The Historical Dictionary of Skiing relates the history of the sport through a comprehensive alphabetical dictionary with detailed, cross-referenced entries on key figures, places, competitions, and governing bodies within the sport. Author E. John B. Allen introduces the reader to the history of skiing through a detailed chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes and an extensive bibliography. This book is an excellent access point for researchers, students, and anyone interested in the history of skiing.

The Culture and Sport of Skiing

Author : E. John B. Allen
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781613760604
Total Pages : 402 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (66 download)

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Download or read book The Culture and Sport of Skiing written by E. John B. Allen and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Skiing into Modernity

Author : Andrew Denning
Publisher : Univ of California Press
ISBN 13 : 0520959892
Total Pages : 251 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (29 download)

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Download or read book Skiing into Modernity written by Andrew Denning and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2014-11-26 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Skiing into Modernity is the story of how skiing moved from Europe’s Scandinavian periphery to the mountains of central Europe, where it came to define the modern Alps and set the standard for skiing across the world. Denning offers a fresh, sophisticated, and engaging cultural and environmental history of skiing that alters our understanding of the sport and reveals how leisure practices evolve in unison with our changing relationship to nature. Denning probes the modernist self-definition of Alpine skiers and the sport’s historical appeal for individuals who sought to escape city strictures while achieving mastery of mountain environments through technology and speed—two central features distinguishing early twentieth-century cultures. Skiing into Modernity surpasses existing literature on the history of skiing to explore intersections between work, tourism, leisure, development, environmental destruction, urbanism, and more.

Retro-Ski

Author : Greg Morrill
Publisher : LULU
ISBN 13 : 1483405648
Total Pages : 163 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (834 download)

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Download or read book Retro-Ski written by Greg Morrill and published by LULU. This book was released on 2013-11 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Author, columnist, and longtime skiing fanatic Greg Morrill takes a look back at the history of the sport, recalling memories from days gone by. In each chapter Morrill poses a trivia question relating to a topic in skiing history and explores related topics through both personal memories and historical research"--Page [4] of cover.

How the Racers Ski

Author : Warren Witherell
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN 13 : 9780393303445
Total Pages : 226 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (34 download)

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Download or read book How the Racers Ski written by Warren Witherell and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 1988 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this book Witherell provided competitive skiers with a guide to modern racing technique and offers recreational skiers a more natural and efficient way to ski than is usually taught in ski schools. More than 100 photographs and drawings.

Science and Skiing IV

Author : Erich Müller
Publisher : Meyer & Meyer Verlag
ISBN 13 : 1841262552
Total Pages : 802 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (412 download)

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Download or read book Science and Skiing IV written by Erich Müller and published by Meyer & Meyer Verlag. This book was released on 2009 with total page 802 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contains the proceedings of the Fourth International Congress on Science and Skiing, which was held at St Christoph am Arlberg, Tyrol, Austria.

Ski Tips for Kids

Author : Mike Clelland
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1493004638
Total Pages : 115 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (93 download)

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Download or read book Ski Tips for Kids written by Mike Clelland and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2013-10-01 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This little book breaks down the basics of teaching kids to ski into hilarious, eye-catching cartoons that will have your little one With easy-to-understand text geared toward parents who are teaching their kids to ski, and hilarious instructive cartoons the kids will love, this is a book that families can enjoy together as they plan their next ski outing. Reading level: Ages 4-10.

The Physics of Skiing

Author : David A. Lind
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1475743459
Total Pages : 281 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (757 download)

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Download or read book The Physics of Skiing written by David A. Lind and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-06-29 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A fascinating look inside the complexities and enjoyment of skiing. For every skier, from the beginner to the Olympic Gold Medalist, this book provides a treasure of information." -PAUL MAJOR, ATHLETIC DIRECTOR, U.S. SKI TEAM "I was delighted to learn from this interesting book more about the physics of a sport I have enjoyed for more than seventy years." -NORMAN RAMSEY, NOBEL LAUREATE IN PHYSICS, HARVARD UNIVERSITY

Leisure Cultures and the Making of Modern Ski Resorts

Author : Philipp Strobl
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319920251
Total Pages : 236 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (199 download)

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Download or read book Leisure Cultures and the Making of Modern Ski Resorts written by Philipp Strobl and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-09-11 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This edited volume offers an historical perspective on the creation of a global mass industry around skiing. By focusing on the ski resort as loci par excellence for global exchange, the contributors consider the development of skiing around the world during the crucial post-war years. With its global lens, Leisure Cultures and the Making of Modern Ski Resorts highlights both commonalities and differences between countries. Experts across various fields of research cover developments across the ski-able world, from Europe, Asia and America to Australia. Attention to media and material cultures reveals an insight into global fashions, consumption and ski cultures, and the impact of mainstream media in the 1960s and 1970s. This global and interdisciplinary approach will appeal to history, sociology, cultural and media research scholars interested in a cultural history of skiing, as well as those with more broad interests in globalization, consumption research, and knowledge transfer.

Alpine Skiing

Author : Ronald W. Kipp
Publisher : Human Kinetics
ISBN 13 : 149258200X
Total Pages : 303 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (925 download)

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Download or read book Alpine Skiing written by Ronald W. Kipp and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2011-09-23 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Alpine Skiing, Ronald Kipp, alpine sport education manager for the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association, introduces novice skiers to the basics of the sport, assists intermediate skiers in refining skills, and advises experts in specialized situations. He prepares you for your adventure with information on conditioning, selecting equipment, and familiarizing yourself with the skiing environment. You’ll then find easy-to-follow instruction on skiing fundamentals, such as the wedge turn, the christie and edging skills, parallel turns, and dynamic parallel skiing. You will also find additional guidance on the more challenging moguls, powder skiing, tree skiing, and racing slopes. Throughout the book Kipp shares consumer, technique, and safety tips collected from his years of experience as both a skier and an instructor. He also provides valuable information on travel and trip planning, including choosing a ski area and accommodations, packing, and flying with your gear. Lists of websites will help you find ski instructors and organizations, shop for equipment and gear, and plan trips around the world. Alpine Skiing is part of the Outdoor Adventures series, which provides you with the essential information on basic techniques and skills so you can be on your way to an adventure in no time.

Skis in the Art of War

Author : K. B. E. E. Eimeleus
Publisher : Cornell University Press
ISBN 13 : 150174741X
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (17 download)

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Download or read book Skis in the Art of War written by K. B. E. E. Eimeleus and published by Cornell University Press. This book was released on 2019-10-15 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: K. B. E. E. Eimeleus was ahead of his time with his advocacy of ski training in the Russian armed forces. Employing terminology never before used in Russian to describe movements with which few were familiar, Skis in the Art of War gives a breakdown of the latest techniques at the time from Scandinavia and Finland. Eimeleus's work is an early and brilliant example of knowledge transfer from Scandinavia to Russia within the context of sport. Nearly three decades after he published his book, the Finnish army, employing many of the ideas first proposed by Eimeleus, used mobile ski troops to hold the Soviet Union at bay during the Winter War of 1939–40, and in response, the Soviet government organized a massive ski mobilization effort prior to the German invasion in 1941. The Soviet counteroffensive against Nazi Germany during the winter of 1941–42 owed much of its success to the Red Army ski battalions that had formed as a result of the ski mobilization. In this lucid translation that includes most of the original illustrations, scholar and former biathlon competitor William D. Frank collaborates with E. John B. Allen, known world-wide for his work on ski history.

White Planet

Author : Leslie Anthony
Publisher : Greystone Books
ISBN 13 : 1553656466
Total Pages : 305 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (536 download)

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Download or read book White Planet written by Leslie Anthony and published by Greystone Books. This book was released on 2010-09-27 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writer and adventurer Leslie Anthony has spent his life on two planks, racing down hills, searching for the next perfect ride. His real baptism, however, began in the early nineties when Alaska emerged as the ski world’s Next Big Thing. Steep faces and vast tracks of powder snow, were captured on film and beamed to audiences around the world. The result was a freeskiing revolution. With insight and humor, White Planet, traces an arc through the new ski culture, in a rock ‘n’ roll adventure that follows a diaspora to far-flung corners of the globe. Along the way, Anthony introduces many of the daredevils, visionaries and entrepreneurs who are bringing the sport to such unexpected places as Mexico, China, Lebanon and India.