Winter's Children : A Celebration of Nordic Skiing, Hardcover by Rodgers, Rya...

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Winter's Children : A Celebration of Nordic Skiing, Hardcover by Rodgers, Ryan, ISBN 1517909341, ISBN-13 9781517909345, Like New Used, Free P&P in the UK This illustrated history of Nordic skiing in the US features a wealth of b&w historical and contemporary photos, posters, and illustrations, adding to its appeal for general readers. The story begins with the birth of American cross-country skiing in Wisconsin in the mid-19th century and continues with the sport’s growth in the Upper Midwest and the creation of a system of skiing trails in the Minnesota state park system. Drawing on interviews with key figures, th profiles Norwegian immigrants who contributed to the growth of cross-country skiing in America and describes races, events, teams, touring clubs, and skiing fashions. Parallel developments in the sport and in the ski manufacturing industry are also noted. Annotation ©2022 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR ()

• ISBN: 9781517909345
• Condition: Fine

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