Bicycle : the history / David V. Herlihy.
| Author/creator | Herlihy, David V. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | New Haven : Yale University Press, ©2004. |
| Description | 470 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 26 cm |
| Supplemental Content | Contributor biographical information |
| Supplemental Content | Publisher description |
| Supplemental Content | Table 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 note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| LCCN | 2004012992 |
| ISBN | 0300104189 (alk. paper) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | General Stacks | TL410 .H43 2004 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |