Böcker av E.John B. Allen

Offering the history of skiing from its earliest origins to the outbreak of World War II, this book places 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.

This text examines the history of skiing in America, from its utilitarian origins to its transformation into a purely recreational activity. It integrates the history of skiing in the context of cultural, social and economic developments.