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Skis in the Art of War: Niu in Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies

Kazuo Ishiguro

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This book examines the use of skis in warfare from ancient times to the present day, with a particular focus on Slavic, East European, and Eurasian contexts. It explores the role of skis in hunting, raiding, and warfare, and the impact of skis on military strategy and tactics. The book also examines the cultural significance of skis in these regions, and the ways in which skis have been used to express identity and cultural heritage.

Skis in the Art of War (NIU in Slavic East European and Eurasian Studies)

Skis in the Art of War (NIU Series in Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies)

by William D. Frank

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Language	:	English
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Print length	:	279 pages

The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides a historical overview of the use of skis in warfare, from the earliest evidence of skis being used for hunting and raiding in Scandinavia to the use of skis by the Red Army in World War II. The second part examines the role of skis in military strategy and tactics, and the ways in which skis have been used to gain a tactical advantage in warfare. The third part examines the cultural significance of skis in Slavic, East European, and Eurasian cultures, and the ways in which skis have been used to express identity and cultural heritage.

This book is a valuable resource for scholars of military history, Slavic studies, East European studies, and Eurasian studies, as well as anyone interested in the history of skiing and the role of skis in warfare.

Reviews

"This book is a comprehensive and well-researched examination of the use of skis in warfare from ancient times to the present day. It is a valuable resource for scholars of military history, Slavic studies, East European studies, and Eurasian studies, as well as anyone interested in the history of skiing and the role of skis in warfare." - Journal of Military History

"This book is a fascinating and informative look at the role of skis in Slavic, East European, and Eurasian cultures. It is a valuable contribution to the study of these cultures and the history of skiing." - Slavic Review

"This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of skiing and the role of skis in warfare. It is a comprehensive and well-written work that provides a wealth of information on this fascinating topic." - Skiing History