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"Those interested in the history of automobile designers and their designs will find Gartman's account to be well-researched, informative and enjoyable." -- American Journal of Sociology

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Those interested in the history of automobile designers and their designs will find Gartman's account to be well-researched, informative and enjoyable.
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