Life, 1922-12-28 · page 13 of 37
Life — December 28, 1922 — page 13: what you’re looking at
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This is a humorous instructional page about skiing, a recreational activity that was becoming fashionable among wealthy Americans in the early 20th century. The various vignettes satirize common skiing mishaps and social awkwardness: - "The unpardonable sin" mocks poor skiing form - "I wish you'd get up, Tom; you look perfectly ridiculous" depicts a fall - "Help! I can't stop" shows loss of control - "A kind horse is advisable for ski-jiggers" jokes about falling repeatedly - "When to have your picture taken while skiing" and "Ooh—it's awfully steep!" satirize vanity and fear The cartoon targets both novice skiers and the social pretensions of the wealthy leisure class adopting this new sport. The humor relies on physical comedy and exaggerated situations relatable to anyone attempting skiing.
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