Bicycle : the history / David V. Herlihy.

Author/creator Herlihy, David V.
Format Book
Publication InfoNew Haven : Yale University Press, ©2004.
Description470 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 26 cm
Supplemental ContentContributor biographical information
Supplemental ContentPublisher description
Supplemental ContentTable of contents
Subjects

Contents Introduction -- pt. 1. The pre-history: The elusive mechanical horse. The draisine abroad. Wheels and woes -- pt. 2. The "boneshaker" era: The bicycle breakthrough. The American adventure. European development -- pt. 3. The "high wheel" era: The high mount prevails. The pinnacle of the high wheeler. Growing safety concerns -- pt. 4. The "safety" era: The rise of the rover. The bicycle boom. Legacy of the boom -- pt. 5. The twentieth century: Utilitarian cycling. Recreational cycling. Competetive cycling -- Conclusion: Cycling into the future.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2004012992
ISBN0300104189 (alk. paper)

Availability

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Joyner General Stacks TL410 .H43 2004 ✔ Available Place Hold