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Skating and the Philadelphia Skating Club is a historical book written by John Frederick Lewis in 1895. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of skating and the Philadelphia Skating Club, which was founded in 1849 and is one of the oldest skating clubs in the United States.The book begins with a brief history of skating, including its origins in Europe and its introduction to the United States. Lewis then delves into the history of the Philadelphia Skating Club, discussing its founding members, its early years, and its growth and development over time.Throughout the book, Lewis provides detailed descriptions of the various skating events and competitions held by the Philadelphia Skating Club, including figure skating, speed skating, and ice hockey. He also discusses the various skating rinks used by the club over the years, as well as the equipment and clothing worn by skaters during different periods.In addition to its historical content, Skating and the Philadelphia Skating Club also includes numerous illustrations and photographs of skaters and skating events from the late 19th century. Overall, the book offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of skating in America and the role played by one of its most prominent clubs.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.
