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Title: The Art of the Motorcycle by Matthew Thomas/Drutt Krens, Thomas Krens, Matthew Drutt ISBN: 0-8109-9106-3 Publisher: Solomon R Guggenheim Museum Pub. Date: 01 March, 2003 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $37.50 |
Average Customer Rating: 4.54 (13 reviews)
Rating: 5
Summary: A truly artistic representation of Motorcycles as art.
Comment: If you didn't get to the Guggenheim Museum to see the Motorcycle as Art exhibit, or did and want a great book showcasing this historic event, and the artistic contribution that motorcycles have made to the modern age, this is the book to have. The opening text, composed of observations of the motorcycle as an art form and reflection of the dawning machine age, through the present and even into the future, is written (mostly) by obvious non-motorcyclists and it shows in their sometimes incorrect facts and inane assumptions. Dennis Hopper wrote a long poem that is simply drivel. But the photos, and text that accompanies them, is superb and the choice of bikes to represent the history of motorcycles is near flawless. There are a few types of bikes or special individual motorcycles missing, that such a collection should have had. Something from Arlen Ness, maybe Russ Collins' triple engined top-fuel bike and even a Harley Davidson "Rat". But the entire collection from the exhibit is here and the photography is beuitiful. Non-motorcyclists will appreciate what the Guggenheim has set out to do and succeeded brilliantly at... to show that motorcycles have been a real contribution to the world's art and technology, despite whether you ride or not. There is surely no better book to place in your motorcycle library or on your coffee table, even if your not a motorcyclist. I bought mine at the museum, for $75, and it was worth that much and more.
Rating: 5
Summary: Terrific photography makes this book worth the price
Comment: A fine selection of motorcycles, excellent photography and interesting essays make this a book that will keep you warm all winter. The descriptions of the bikes and why they were important to motorcycle development are accurate and well written. The selection of essays reflect riding culture well and present it in a way that shows how motorcycles have reflected the values of society.
It is unusual for me, a motorcyclist, to think of bikes as works of art. However, the photography of this book focuses my eyes and brain in new directions. After all, they didn't have to make that AJS clutch look like that, nor did the cases on the Italian bikes need to have that sensuous curve. Such is the Art of the Motorcycle and it is presented well here. If you missed the show at the Guggenheim or want to relive your visit, this book will suffice.
Keep it on your coffee table.
Rating: 3
Summary: FINE CONTENT MARRED BY FAINT, SMALL PRINT
Comment: This is a nice "coffee table" book about their recent exhibit. As a rider since '59, I couldn't wait to get into the text, which is divided by time periods.
Alas, the print is a super thin, "artsy" typeface, very faint and grey colored- not a rich, easy to read, black Courier, for example. And the white space is excessive; they could have increased the typeface size by 4 or 5 points and still have more than enough border on each page!
Conclusion- a fine book marred by it's designers to make it less readable and useable!
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Title: Ultimate Motorcycle Book by Hugo Wilson, Dave King ISBN: 1564583031 Publisher: DK Publishing Pub. Date: October, 1993 List Price(USD): $30.00 |
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Title: Art Of The Motorcycle 2004 Wall Calendar by None, Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum ISBN: 0789309149 Publisher: Universe Books Pub. Date: 01 July, 2003 List Price(USD): $13.99 |
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Title: Proficient Motorcycling : The Ultimate Guide to Riding Well by David L. Hough ISBN: 1889540536 Publisher: Bowtie Press Pub. Date: 15 April, 2000 List Price(USD): $24.95 |
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Title: More Proficient Motorcycling: Mastering the Ride by David L. Hough, Daivd L. Hough ISBN: 1931993033 Publisher: Bowtie Press Pub. Date: March, 2003 List Price(USD): $24.95 |
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Title: Great American Motorcycle Tours by Gary McKechnie, Peter Fonda ISBN: 1566914485 Publisher: Avalon Travel Publishing Pub. Date: October, 2002 List Price(USD): $19.95 |
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