The Ride to Modernity : The Bicycle in Canada, 1869-1900
by Norcliffe, Glen
- Used
- fair
- Paperback
- first
- Condition
- Fair
- ISBN 10
- 080208205X
- ISBN 13
- 9780802082053
- Seller
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Ladysmith, British Columbia, Canada
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About This Item
Toronto, ON, Canada: University of Toronto Press / Glenbow-Alberta Institute, 2001. Book. Fair. Paperback. First Edition. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. 288 pages including select bibliography and index. The story of Canada's encounter with the bicycle in the late nineteenth century, set in the context of the cultural moement known as 'modernity.' Covers the bicycle's history from about 1869, when the first bicycle appeared in Canada, until about 1900, a date that marks the end of the era when bicycles were a recognized symbol of modernity and social status. - from back cover. Charming black and white reproductions of archival photos and illustrations. Average wear. Considerable high-lighting to contents. A worthy reading copy..
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- Title
- The Ride to Modernity : The Bicycle in Canada, 1869-1900
- Author
- Norcliffe, Glen
- Format/Binding
- Paperback
- Book Condition
- Used - Fair
- Edition
- First Edition
- ISBN 10
- 080208205X
- ISBN 13
- 9780802082053
- Publisher
- University of Toronto Press / Glenbow-Alberta Institute
- Place of Publication
- Toronto, ON, Canada
- Date Published
- 2001
- Keywords
- BICYCLES TRICYCLES TRANSPORTATION CANADA SPORTS RECREATION CYCLING GENERAL Norcliffe, Glen Ride to Modernity : The Bicycle in Canada, 1869-1900 Bicycles History 19th Century Cycling Social Aspects Industry 288 pages including select bibliography and ind
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- 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall
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