The Evolution of Bicycles in America: A Historical Journey from 1819 to 1900 | Perfect for History Buffs & Cycling Enthusiasts
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Three cheers for the birth of the bicycle! Hop on for a jaunty, rhythmic ride through a playfully illustrated history.From the pedal-less, brakeless wooden velocipedes of the 1800s to the sleek racing machines of today, from a luxury for the wealthy to a lifeline for the working class, the bicycle’s journey is a study in invention, innovation, and ingenuity. Sarah Nelson’s affectionate and poetic tribute covers almost a century of the two-wheeler’s development, while Iacopo Bruno’s bold, bright artwork illuminates this marvel of engineering. Cycling enthusiasts as well as budding mechanical engineers, inventors, tinkerers, and dreamers will revel in this fact-packed nonfiction adventure story—complete with a time line and other lively back matter designed to remind readers how truly extraordinary everyday objects can be.
Customer Reviews
Have not purchased yet but, this book needs to be praised. I checked it out from the library and am eager to add it to my collection. The historical facts are interesting and the artwork/ costumes are gorgeous. The only sad part is it needs a part 2 so we can get the story of the bicycle all the way up to present.
