Tracing the history of the automobile, from the first prototypes to the super cars of today, Car covers the technological developments and manufacture of cars, the cultural backdrop against which the various models arose, and the enduring impact the car has had on society as an object of curiosity, symbol of luxury, and item of necessity. The most lavishly illustrated treatment of the subject on the market, featuring the most noteworthy cars of each decade in beautifully photographed catalogs, Car is truly an international view of the automobile through time, with histories of the men and mach... [Read More]
The electric vehicle seemed poised in 1900 to be a leader in automotive production. Clean, odorless, noiseless and mechanically simple, electrics rarely broke down and were easy to operate. An electric car could be started instantly from the driver's seat; no other machine could claim that advantage. But then it all went wrong. As this history details, the hope and confidence of 1900 collapsed and just two decades later electric cars were effectively dead. They had remained expensive even as gasoline cars saw dramatic price reductions, and the storage battery was an endless source of problems.... [Read More]
"Explore the 1969 Plymouth Road Runner inside and out with this resource that showcases the wildly popular, affordable muscle car, its big-block engine options, and the brilliant marketing strategy that featured cartoon graphics and a beep-beep horn.The 1969 Plymouth Road Runner attempted to appeal to potential buyers with a low-cost, lightweight, and potent bare-bones package. It also added a brilliant marketing strategy of partnering with a famous studio and a popular cartoon character. The late 1960s was an interesting time in the automotive world. Muscle cars, as we now know them, were wel... [Read More]
Indianapolis once had more automobile manufacturers than Detroit. Movie stars and kings once clamored for specific models made only in Indiana. The state was also home to several innovations, such as tilt steering, cruise control, and front-wheel drive. These facts show the importance of the role of automotive manufacturing in Indiana’s history. Indiana Cars: A History of the Automobile in Indiana covers the facts, figures, and personalities that made automotive history in Indiana. This tour through history offers a look at • the classics, such as the Duesenberg Model J, Studebaker’s Ava... [Read More]
From Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Paul Ingrassia comes a narrative of America like no other: a cultural history that explores how cars have both propelled and reflected the national experience—from the Model T to the Prius.From the assembly lines of Henry Ford to the open roads of Route 66, America’s history is a vehicular history–an idea brought brilliantly to life in this major work by Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Paul Ingrassia. Engines of Change is a wondrous epic in fifteen automobiles, including the Corvette, the Beetle, and the Chevy Corvair, as well as the personaliti... [Read More]
"Find all the details on the storied 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS, including the 396- and 454-ci big-block engines, from the pages of this comprehensive book.After the General Motors displacement ban ended for the 1970 model year, Chevrolet put new skin on the Chevelle and a new powerplant under the hood: the vaunted LS6 454 with 450 hp. Today, the 1970 Chevelle SS 454 is viewed as one of the most iconic automobiles ever produced on American soil. SS 396 and 454 Chevelles command a premium at auction and are one of the most coveted muscle cars ever produced.The Chevrolet Chevelle undoubtedly has... [Read More]
The acclaimed In Camera series returns to take a further look at sports-car racing in the 1960s. This beautifully illustrated second volume reveals the reality and hazards of period racing but also its magnificence. Here are the machines, their intrepid drivers and the many and varied circuits, some of them still public roads, all brought to life through meticulously researched photographs and the author's renowned commentary. Sports Car Racing in Camera, 1960-69, Volume Two will appeal to all motorracing enthusiasts and especially to collectors of this impressive series.
Denied college, Beverly Donofrio lost interest in everything but riding around town in cars, drinking and smoking, and rebelling against authority. She got married and divorced and finally ended up in an elite New England university, books in one arm, child in the other. A book about the compromise between being your own person and fitting into society.
Tech experts Vivek Wadhwa and Alex Salkever describe dozens of astonishing technological advances in this fascinating and thought-provoking book, which asks what kind of future lies ahead—Star Trek or Mad Max? Breakthroughs such as personalized genomics, drones, self-driving vehicles, and artificial intelligence could make our lives healthier, safer, and easier. On the other hand, the same technologies raise the specter of a frightening future—eugenics, a jobless economy, a complete loss of privacy, and ever-worsening economic inequality. Wadhwa says that we need to ask three questions... [Read More]
Cruise through this collection of Harley-Davidson's most iconic motorcycles!When most people imagine a motorcycle, chances are they picture a Harley-Davidson. That's because Harley-Davidson machines look the way the primordial biker inside each of us feels a motorcycle should look. In short, Harley-Davidson makes mythic bikes. Harley-Davidson: The Complete History celebrates these iconic motorcycles, presenting them all in one beautifully illustrated book.The most beloved and recognizable motorcycles are included here: the Knucklehead, the Panhead, the Peashooter, the KR, the Sportster, the XR... [Read More]
American history is one thrilling encounter after another when you experience these 12 timeless Adventures in Odyssey episodes! You’ll join Paul Revere on his famous midnight ride... meet President Abraham Lincoln as the United States is being torn in two... escape with runaway slaves on the secret Underground Railroad... and witness how “The Star-Spangled Banner” was composed on a battlefield by dawn's early light. EPISODE LISTING The Day Independence Came (Story of George Washington) The Midnight Ride (Story of Paul Revere) The American Revelation, Parts 1 & 2 (the Revolutionary War) B... [Read More]
Readers have come to expect a level of detail and critical rigor from the established military historian and author Bryan Perrett. They will not be disappointed at all here by this new publication. Focussing predominantly on the British armored car units of World War One, it also untangles many fascinating strands forming the history of modern warfare. Full of detail, it acquaints the reader with the complete history of the armored car, from invention onwards, setting the history of its Great War service career firmly in context. Well written in an accessible style, this publication serves as ... [Read More]
Real-time tracking, across any device you own! Developed and manufactured in the USA by LandAirSea, a leader in consumer and enterprise GPS tracking gear since 1994, the 54 allows you to track your loved ones and valuables when you aren't around. Whether it's your child coming home from school, a suspicious spouse, a teenage driver or valuable company assets, the 54 keeps you up to date in real time. Since the 54 provides location updates as often as every 3 seconds, you can easily track fast-moving people, assets and vehicles. Additionally, the included LandAirSea SilverCloud software allows ... [Read More]
"Learn what makes the 1971 Plymouth ’Cuda so desirable! Provides an introduction and historical overview, an explanation of the design and concepts involved in creating the car, a look at marketing and promotion, an in-depth study of all hardware and available options, as well as an examination of where the car is on the market today. Includes are paint and option codes, VIN and build tag decoders, as well as sales numbers, and much more.By 1971, the handsome Barracuda had established itself as one of the best-performing cars in the marketplace. Ordering the ’Cuda, owners with such... [Read More]
Updated and redesigned Sean Covey classic Sean Covey has helped countless teens make better decisions and improve their sense of self-worth. A Self-Guided Workbook for Highly Effective Teens by Sean Covey is a short, quick,
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If you only have enough money to buy one book about American history, this better be that book. Whether you're a confused student, a stressed teacher or just a regular yahoo wanting to finally understand
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