The Motorcycle

Name: The Motorcycle
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Design, Art, Desire

By Charles M Falco and Ultan Guilfoyle

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The Motorcycle by Charles M Falco and Ultan Guilfoyle delves into the fascinating world of motorcycles, tracing their history, cultural significance, and technological evolution. The authors explore how motorcycles have become symbols of freedom and adventure, capturing the spirit of travel and exploration across decades. It's a celebration of the machine's impact on society and the thrill it offers to its riders.
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Format: Hardback

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You might enjoy this book if you have a passion for travel and adventure, coupled with an interest in the fascinating history and cultural impact of motorcycles. The authors take you on a thrilling ride through the evolution of these iconic machines, offering rich insights and stunning visuals that capture the essence of motorcycle culture worldwide.

The essential exploration of the design, history, and culture of the motorcycle – an icon of the machine age

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The essential exploration of the design, history, and culture of the motorcycle - an icon of the machine age.

Motorcycles are ubiquitous in the world's streets and cities, evolving over decades in engineering and design to meet individual transportation needs. With the coming demise of the internal combustion engine and the rise of electric-powered vehicles, motorcycle design is being revolutionised by new technologies, the demands of climate change, and global social transformation.

The book showcases 100 superb examples of motorcycle design from the late 19th century to the present and then on beyond to the technological innovations of the future. The essays and texts accompanying each image have been written by internationally renowned motorcycle experts, Professor Charles M. Falco and Ultan Guilfoyle, who reveal the motorcycle's influence on realms as diverse as film, fashion, sport, advertising, and technology.

Beautifully illustrated with specially commissioned photography and archival ephemera, the engaging text will prove compulsive reading for design lovers and motorcycle fans alike. A must-have companion, The Motorcycle, Design, Art, Desire traces the exciting evolution of this automotive icon - and the culture of desire, freedom, and rebellion that surrounds it.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781838666569

Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 26 January 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Phaidon Press Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 35.0mm

Width: 205.0mm

Height: 270.0mm

Weight: 1704g

Pages: 320

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Charles M Falco Non-Fiction Travel & Adventure Ultan Guilfoyle

About the Author

Charles M Falco is professor of optical sciences and of physics at the University of Arizona. Alongside his lifelong passion for motorcycles, his work has seen him collaborate with artist David Hockney on a research project into the historic use of optical aids in painting.

Ultan Guilfoyle is an award-winning producer, director, and writer, whose films include Sketches of Frank Gehry (2006) and Making Space, Five Women Architects (2015).

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