Category: Planes, Trains & Automobiles | Series: Complete Book Ser.
In 1935, when a small company in Coventry, England, launched a sporting saloon (i.e., sedan) called the Jaguar SS, it set in motion an inexorable process that would lead to Britain's most beloved line of high-performance automobiles. The Complete Book of Jaguar covers the SS and all of the Jaguar's subs ...Show more
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Two friends take the motorcycle trip of their life—From Brooklyn to Patagonia. Matias Corea shares his insights on how to prepare, choose the right motorcycle, what to pack, how to plan the route, where to camp and last but not least: How to prepare your mind. Setbacks and breaking down are part o ...Show more
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The illustrious Orient Express, "the king of trains and the train of kings," could carry passengers from Paris to Constantinople in 76 hours, thanks to Belgian engineer Georges Nagelmackers's winning combination of long- distance travel and refinement. Orient Express: The King of Trains is a photographi ...Show more
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Tying knots is one of life's essential skills and this illustrated back-tobasics guide introduces readers to 50 essential knots to help you sort your Albright knot from your square lashing, and your anchor hitch from your barrel knot. With chapters on the different knots ordered by their uses, including ...Show more
Category: Planes, Trains & Automobiles | Series: Complete Book Ser.
Porsche's fabled 911 represents the ultimate expression of Ferdinand Porsche's original vision of the perfect sports car. In The Complete Book of Porsche 911, author and photographer Randy Leffingwell provides a year-by-year overview of Stuttgart's most famous car, from the original 901 prototype to tod ...Show more
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Originally published in 2013 to celebrate Aston Martin's 100th anniversary, this stunning photographic tribute to an iconic brand is now available in an attractive, small format edition. In the century since it was founded by Robert Bamford and Lionel Martin on January 13, 1913, Aston Martin has created ...Show more
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One of the most recognised and revered car brands, Bentley celebrates its centenary in 2019. In conjunction with the Bentley Drivers Club and the W.O. Bentley Memorial Foundation, 100 Years of Bentley is a lavish celebration of the company, from its earliest models right up the modern day cars. A six-t ...Show more
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Ride Out shines a light on the classic and most inspiring riding landscapes, from never-ending meandering mountain passes to routes along the Mediterranean Sea. A motorcycle rider is always on the hunt-- for the perfect curve, the perfect scenery, the perfect flow. Pack light, take your friends on a spo ...Show more
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Read the full story of Great Britain's best-loved sports car manufacturer with Aston Martin DB, an exquisitely produced, photo-loaded, history by Aston Martin expert, Andrew Noakes. The name David Brown is synonymous with the glory days of Aston Martin, when a tiny British sports car company was rescued ...Show more
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For decades, a passion for vintage motors was regarded as an eccentric hobby, particularly prevalent among the wealthy of an older generation. Today, classic cars have an ever larger, younger fan base. Events such as the Mille Miglia in Italy, the Festival of Speed at Goodwood in England, and Pebble Bea ...Show more
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The smell of lavender at a roadside picnic, waiting for the Tour de France to race past. The Pacific Ocean view from the 10,000-foot summit of Hawaii's Haleakala volcanic crater (after 5 hours of uphill riding). A fresh Fat Tire ale hitting your lips at the new Belgium brewery in Fort Collins, Colorado. ...Show more
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Train trips are classic yet very of the moment. Whether a quick escape through the Alps or a getaway from coast to coast lasting several days, this book takes its readers for a ride through beautiful routes on the most exceptional trains with the best interiors. Trains have always been the only truly cu ...Show more
