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Easy Rider Road Book

A Tour through the Wild and Inspiring Side of Bicycle Culture
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Easy Rider Road Book delves into the cultural impact of the iconic film Easy Rider, exploring its influence on the arts and how it captured the spirit of freedom and rebellion. Offering a blend of insightful essays, interviews, and behind-the-scenes photographs, the book provides a comprehensive look at the film's legacy and its role in shaping modern cinematic narratives. Whether you're a film enthusiast or someone interested in cultural studies, this book offers a rich exploration of a defining piece of cinematic history.
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This book may appeal to you if you have a passion for the open road, the freedom of motorcycle travel, and the culture surrounding classic bikes. Delve into the artistry and impact of the iconic 1969 film and explore its influence on the counterculture movement, all while enjoying vivid illustrations and engaging commentary.

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The Bicycle as a Utopia

Cycling is not just a form of locomotion. Bike culture is in constant interaction with fashion, music, design, politics, and urban planning. Cycling is a way of life and a form of protest. Easy Rider Road Book shows the wild, subversive side of cycling and the powerful bond it can create between people. It aims to inspire utopian thinking and show where the bike can take us. The pioneers of this new bike culture can be found in subcultures across the globe.

In New York and Berlin, bike punks are building both fantastic and sustainable vehicles out of scrap metal and old bike frames. Riding a bike is a form of emancipation: When thousands of teenagers ride through London during BikeStormz, they are expressing their hope for a better future. Similarly, the Chilangos Lowbike Club's Sunday rides through Mexico City are a symbol against violence. The bicycle is a promise of freedom. This book presents the bicycle as a vehicle for communal action that has the potential to change life in the city and, ultimately, the city itself.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9783775755702

Publisher: Hatje Cantz

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 October 2023

Country: Germany

Imprint: Hatje Cantz

Illustration: 160 Illustrations

Contributors:

  • Text by Ulrich Gutmair
  • Edited by Anke Fesel
  • Edited by Chris Keller

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 265.0mm

Weight: 980g

Pages: 188

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