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Words to Ride By: Thoughts on Bicycling

Words to Ride By: Thoughts on Bicycling

Current price: $12.95
Publication Date: May 9th, 2017
Publisher:
Chronicle Books
ISBN:
9781452145365
Pages:
112

Description

Notable luminaries throughout history have been inspired and humbled by the simple joy of riding a bicycle. For centuries, this powerful connection between people and bikes has driven humans forward as inventors, travelers, and thinkers. From Susan B. Anthony and Mark Twain to Eddy Merckx and Greg LeMond, collected here are entertaining, inspiring, and philosophical thoughts about cycling from writers (and riders) reflecting on the pleasures, power, and freedom of the bicycle. With beautiful black-and-white photos and illustrations on every spread, this elegant collection of quotations is sure to motivate anyone to get on their bike and enjoy the ride.

About the Author

Michael Carabetta is an award-winning creative director, designer, and avid cyclist. He lives and rides in San Francisco.

Praise for Words to Ride By: Thoughts on Bicycling

"a little book that celebrates bicycling through quotes by notable people who can't get enough of the exhilaration that comes from pedaling through life."
-Design Arts daily

"a little book that celebrates bicycling through quotes by notable people who can't get enough of the exhilaration that comes from pedaling through life."
-Design Arts daily

Holiday Gift Guide Pick "With quotes from Susan B. Anthony, Mark Twain, Eddy Merckx, Greg LeMond and more, this collection of entertaining, inspiring and philosophical thoughts about cycling makes a great stocking stuffer for anyone who is inspired by the simple joy of riding a bicycle. "
-Courier-Journal

Holiday Gift Guide Pick "With quotes from Susan B. Anthony, Mark Twain, Eddy Merckx, Greg LeMond and more, this collection of entertaining, inspiring and philosophical thoughts about cycling makes a great stocking stuffer for anyone who is inspired by the simple joy of riding a bicycle. "
-Courier-Journal