Harley-Davidson Motorcycles (Enthusiast Color) (Paperback)

by Allan Girdler (Author) "Now that Harley-Davidson is a world-class success story, an American icon, and the only survivor of motorcycling's pioneering past, now that we can afford the..." (more)
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Booklist, April 1, 2007

“In their debut series for young people, the go-to publishers for automotive enthusiasts gets it right. These lavishly illustrated single-subject books ... will be hot commodities with younger kids as well as car-obsessed teens.”

Note:  The series is one of ten selected by the American Library Association as the year’s top non-fiction picks launched in the last 12 months.

“I personally recommend this book for all young male readers! A must-read book!” - President, American Authors Association

“A good read for young men of all ages. Should be of greatest interest to teenage boys but it appeals to the young at heart!”- Military Writers Society of America, May 2006

"...the first in a series of beautiful books that fill an overwhelming need - high-quality, well-written works that fuel the passion of young enthusiasts without insulting their intelligence. - Gregg Leary, Book Reviewer, SpeedTV.com

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Description
An American icon rumbles to life in this color chronology celebrating Harley-Davidson design, culture, and technology.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Motorbooks; First edition (May 14, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0760307997
• ISBN-13: 978-0760307991
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 8.2 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #78,402 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Icon of Motorcycles and the dream of young men! , April 8, 2007

By	W. H. McDonald Jr. "The American Author Assoc... (Elk Grove, CA USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Harley-Davidson Motorcycle (Enthusiast Color) (Paperback)

There are few brand names in the world that provoke such an image of power, rebellion, and individual freedom as does the name "Harley-Davidson." This book takes us on a reading journey with the big boys on Harley's to Sturgis, South Dakota and on the road across America. I was already imagining myself as this rebel in black leather riding into town as I looked at the photos of those bikers cruising down the main street. The truth is that today's bikers are regular folks and not much like those gangsters that Marlon Brando portrayed in "The Wild One" many long years ago.

There is a certain mystical quality to the lore and myth that surrounds Harley bikes and their riders. This book picks up on some of that powerful energy. The photos really capture the beauty and artistry of these machines. What is nice about this book for younger people is that it does not glorify "The Hell's Angels" image and delivers something much more family friendly and enriching. The text is good at getting the reader little pieces of information and history. It makes a great marriage to the colorful photos which are abundant inside the book.

A good read for young men of all ages. Should be of greatest interest to teenage boys but it appeals to the young at heart!

I personally recommend this book for all young male readers and old dreamers like myself! A must read book!