Tobogganing On Crooked Runs (1894)

Tobogganing On Crooked Runs is a memoir written by Harry Gibson and published in 1894. The book describes his experiences of tobogganing in the late 19th century. The author vividly describes the thrill and excitement of tobogganing, as well as the dangers and risks involved in this popular winter sport. The book is divided into chapters, each detailing different aspects of tobogganing, including the equipment used, the different types of runs, and the etiquette and rules of the sport. Gibson also describes the various tobogganing clubs and competitions that were popular at the time. The author's writing style is engaging and humorous, and he frequently includes anecdotes and personal experiences to illustrate his points. The book also includes illustrations and photographs of tobogganing scenes and equipment. Overall, Tobogganing On Crooked Runs provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of winter sports in the late 19th century, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of tobogganing or winter sports in general.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.