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The Spirit of the Motorcycle: The Legends, the Riders, and the Beauty of the Beast (History Heritage)
The Spirit of the Motorcycle The Legends the Riders and the Beauty of the Beast - History Heritage Author:Michael Dregni Motorcycles are so much more than mere transportation; symbols of rebellion, freedom, and power, they have influenced much in our culture, from clothing to movies. "The Spirit of the Motorcycle" is the first pop culture history of motorcycling in North America, featuring great large-format photography of stunning vintage and current motorcycles... more » and rare archival photographs, historical images, brochures, artwork, advertisements, and collectibles. These stunning, large-format photographs of original and restored cycles are from the Reynolds Alberta Museum in Alberta, Canada, which were assembled for a 100-year retrospective history of motorcycling. You'll find histories & photos of all the famous American motorcycle makers. Chapters detail the development of motorcycles in the United States, looking at themes such as road bikes, racing, motorcycling culture, prominent figures such as the Hell's Angels, Evel Knievel, and entertainment such as "The Wild One" and "Easy Rider." Also recommended: "Harley-Davidson Collectibles."« less