How To Ski and How Not To

"How To Ski and How Not To" by Vivian Caulfeild is an early 1900s guide that teaches people the right way to ski, pointing out both helpful moves and typical mistakes. It's made for new skiers wanting to get good at the sport, and it also looks at how different countries view skiing, especially comparing British skiers to those in Europe. The book starts by saying skis are super important in snowy places because they make moving around easier and faster than snowshoes. The author stresses that learning the right moves from the start is key to becoming a good skier, sharing his opinions on the usual skills of British skiers compared to European ones, promising an in-depth look at skiing and becoming an expert.