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Strange But True Tales of Car Collecting

Drowned Bugattis, Buried Belvederes, Felonious Ferraris and Other Wild Stories of Automotive Misadventure

by Keith Martin, The Editors of Sports Car Market ...

These bizarre true stories of collectors and their cars is "a whole lot of fun" ( The Virginian Pilot).Have you heard of the fellow who squirrelled away dozens of Chevelles, Camaros, and other classic muscle cars in semi-trailers? How about the president of Shakespeare fishing rods, who sold thirty Bugattis for a mere $85,000? What about the English nobleman who cut up and buried his Ferrari hoard ... Read more

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These bizarre true stories of collectors and their cars is "a whole lot of fun" ( The Virginian Pilot).Have you heard of the fellow who squirrelled away dozens of Chevelles, Camaros, and other classic muscle cars in semi-trailers? How about the president of Shakespeare fishing rods, who sold thirty Bugattis for a mere $85,000? What about the English nobleman who cut up and buried his Ferrari hoard
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Legendary Farmall Tractors

A Photographic History

by Lee Klancher, Randy Leffingwell ...

The first general-purpose tractor with narrowly spaced front wheels, the original Farmall was designed to do fine-tuned field cultivation as well as anything a team of farm horses could do—in short, to “farm all.” The rest is history, even legend, in the agriculture industry—a legend that unfolds in these pages in full color and sharp detail. This big book features five hundred photographs of ... Read more

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The first general-purpose tractor with narrowly spaced front wheels, the original Farmall was designed to do fine-tuned field cultivation as well as anything a team of farm horses could do—in short, to “farm all.” The rest is history, even legend, in the agriculture industry—a legend that unfolds in these pages in full color and sharp detail. This big book features five hundred photographs of
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Classic Car

The Definitive Visual History

by DK ...

Series series DK Definitive Transport Guides
"When I see an Alfa Romeo, I lift my hat." Henry FordFew things ignite such reverence as a classic car. With more than 250 iconic models from the 1940s to the 1980s, photographed from every angle, this title is a glorious celebration of the stars in the classic car firmament.Edited by award-winning automotive journalist Giles Chapman, Classic Car brings you the story of more than 20 great marques, ... Read more

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"When I see an Alfa Romeo, I lift my hat." Henry FordFew things ignite such reverence as a classic car. With more than 250 iconic models from the 1940s to the 1980s, photographed from every angle, this title is a glorious celebration of the stars in the classic car firmament.Edited by award-winning automotive journalist Giles Chapman, Classic Car brings you the story of more than 20 great marques,
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Corvettes

Images & Stories About America's Great Sports Car

by Harvey Goldstein ...

Whether you have owned one or just wished you did, Corvettes evoke glamour, elegance, speed, a little danger, and a sense of American pride. In this book, Harvey Goldstein pairs decades-spanning photos of these classic sportscars with great stories from Corvette owners. As you explore the words and images, you’ll gain a new appreciation for the beauty and engineering of these cars and learn why ... Read more

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Whether you have owned one or just wished you did, Corvettes evoke glamour, elegance, speed, a little danger, and a sense of American pride. In this book, Harvey Goldstein pairs decades-spanning photos of these classic sportscars with great stories from Corvette owners. As you explore the words and images, you’ll gain a new appreciation for the beauty and engineering of these cars and learn why
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The Complete Wooden Runabout Restoration Guide

by Don Danenberg ...

Now MBI Publishing Company’s two top-selling boating titles—written by one of the world’s top authorities on the subject of antique wooden boat restoration—are available in one volume. In this comprehensive restoration guide for owners and enthusiasts of wooden powerboats of all makes and models built from the early 1920s through the 1960s, author Don Dannenberg covers all major woodworking ... Read more

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Now MBI Publishing Company’s two top-selling boating titles—written by one of the world’s top authorities on the subject of antique wooden boat restoration—are available in one volume. In this comprehensive restoration guide for owners and enthusiasts of wooden powerboats of all makes and models built from the early 1920s through the 1960s, author Don Dannenberg covers all major woodworking
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Plays With Cars

by Doug DeMuro ...

Automotive writer Doug DeMuro is sharing his stories. In Plays With Cars, the former Porsche manager covers some of his most ridiculous decisions, like buying an old Land Rover sight unseen, taking a Mercedes AMG station wagon to a rural Georgia dragstrip, and roadtripping across the United States in a Lotus Elise without air conditioning. He’s also reviewed his former cars, which range from a ... Read more

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Automotive writer Doug DeMuro is sharing his stories. In Plays With Cars, the former Porsche manager covers some of his most ridiculous decisions, like buying an old Land Rover sight unseen, taking a Mercedes AMG station wagon to a rural Georgia dragstrip, and roadtripping across the United States in a Lotus Elise without air conditioning. He’s also reviewed his former cars, which range from a
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Automotive Milestones

The Technological Development of the Automobile: Who, What, When, Where, and How It All Works

by Robert L. Norton ...

This is a general interest trade book that describes the development of automotive technology and engineering from the start of the industry before 1900 to the present day. It explains how various systems and elements in the automobile work in layman's terms, without resorting to mathematics, and highlights the keymilestones in the historical development of automotive technology. All photos and ... Read more

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This is a general interest trade book that describes the development of automotive technology and engineering from the start of the industry before 1900 to the present day. It explains how various systems and elements in the automobile work in layman's terms, without resorting to mathematics, and highlights the keymilestones in the historical development of automotive technology. All photos and
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Classic Mini

Essential Transport

by Henry Hirst ...

Voted the second most influential car of the 20th century after the Model T Ford in 1999, the original Mini – as Sir Alec Issigonis’ classic design of 1959 inevitably became known – was a car that helped to define an era.In an age when London was swinging, when Carnaby Street and the King’s Road in Chelsea were perceived as the style capital of the world, the Mini was the last word in ‘cool’ ... Read more

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Voted the second most influential car of the 20th century after the Model T Ford in 1999, the original Mini – as Sir Alec Issigonis’ classic design of 1959 inevitably became known – was a car that helped to define an era.In an age when London was swinging, when Carnaby Street and the King’s Road in Chelsea were perceived as the style capital of the world, the Mini was the last word in ‘cool’
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Standard Catalog of Chevelle 1964-1987

by John Gunnell ...

Series series Standard Catalog
The history of the fabulous Chevelle is almost as much of a secret as its "mystery" V-8 was back in the mid '60s. This book unveils the secrecy by providing total coverage of this fast-flying factory hot rod as well as extensive coverage of El Camino, Laguna, plus the modern-day Malibu and the GMC Sprint.From the lowly 300 four-door-sedan to the Concours Estate wagon to the Malibu, Super Sport, SS ... Read more

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The history of the fabulous Chevelle is almost as much of a secret as its "mystery" V-8 was back in the mid '60s. This book unveils the secrecy by providing total coverage of this fast-flying factory hot rod as well as extensive coverage of El Camino, Laguna, plus the modern-day Malibu and the GMC Sprint.From the lowly 300 four-door-sedan to the Concours Estate wagon to the Malibu, Super Sport, SS
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Only Originals

Outstanding Unrestored Cars

by Brian Earnest ...

Forever YoungSome cars seem to have all the luck. There aren't many vehicles that are so well-kept, babied, and, in some cases, ignored altogether that they never seem to get old and tired.In the old car hobby, these cars are called "Survivors." They usually have very low mileage, loving owners, and a lot of good fortune - and today they are more coveted than ever.In Only Originals, collector car ... Read more

$6.99 USD

Forever YoungSome cars seem to have all the luck. There aren't many vehicles that are so well-kept, babied, and, in some cases, ignored altogether that they never seem to get old and tired.In the old car hobby, these cars are called "Survivors." They usually have very low mileage, loving owners, and a lot of good fortune - and today they are more coveted than ever.In Only Originals, collector car
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The State Quarters Bible

[5 in 1] A Complete and Updated Guide to All 50 State Quarters (1999–2008) + Checklist, Secret Values, Mintages, Key Errors, Die Varieties, and Hard-to-Find P & D Issues

by Arthur K. Lindon ...

You Could Be Carrying a Quarter Worth $75 and Never Know It…Tens of millions of Americans collected the 50 State Quarters…But most of them missed the rare errors, low-mintage strikes, and overlooked varieties that are now quietly selling for $25, $50—even $100 or more.These rare quarters are still out there — hiding in change jars, bank rolls, and coin folders across the country.And if you don’t ... Read more

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You Could Be Carrying a Quarter Worth $75 and Never Know It…Tens of millions of Americans collected the 50 State Quarters…But most of them missed the rare errors, low-mintage strikes, and overlooked varieties that are now quietly selling for $25, $50—even $100 or more.These rare quarters are still out there — hiding in change jars, bank rolls, and coin folders across the country.And if you don’t
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Classic Cars

by Nigel Boothman ...

100 of the greatest cars from 1886 to the present day.For all classic car enthusiasts and everyone who loves the nostalgia and romance of the classics, Discover all you need to know about 100 iconic vehicles in this highly-giftable hardback filled with stunning photography of world-famous cars.Cars are a barometer of society, from film buffs to music fans to fashionistas or art students, many of ... Read more

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100 of the greatest cars from 1886 to the present day.For all classic car enthusiasts and everyone who loves the nostalgia and romance of the classics, Discover all you need to know about 100 iconic vehicles in this highly-giftable hardback filled with stunning photography of world-famous cars.Cars are a barometer of society, from film buffs to music fans to fashionistas or art students, many of
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Model Rocketry

America's Hobby in the Cold War 1960–1980

by Alexander Procyk ...

A beautifully illustrated survey of model rockets from the golden age of space flight and the model rocketry hobby, 1960 to 1980. "Space, the final frontier!" These words, first broadcast in 1966, caught the mood of the nation. The period between 1960 and 1980 was the golden age of space flight, and the height of space mania in popular culture. The space age produced countless space-related toys ... Read more

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A beautifully illustrated survey of model rockets from the golden age of space flight and the model rocketry hobby, 1960 to 1980. "Space, the final frontier!" These words, first broadcast in 1966, caught the mood of the nation. The period between 1960 and 1980 was the golden age of space flight, and the height of space mania in popular culture. The space age produced countless space-related toys
... Read more
Coaches, Carriages, and Carts

Type, Use, Design, and Industry

by Gloria Austin ...

Horse-drawn vehicles are the foundation of modern transportation. These vehicles produced many innovations used today, such as the spring. Other than observing a horse put to a carriage, there are proper ways to identify these vehicles and their unique characteristics. One style of driving, called “four-in-hand”, required the training of four-horses and exercising them well in order to pull large, ... Read more

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Horse-drawn vehicles are the foundation of modern transportation. These vehicles produced many innovations used today, such as the spring. Other than observing a horse put to a carriage, there are proper ways to identify these vehicles and their unique characteristics. One style of driving, called “four-in-hand”, required the training of four-horses and exercising them well in order to pull large,
... Read more
Veteran Motor Cars

by Steve Lanham ...

Series Book 877 - Shire Library
This colourful introduction to the first decades of the motor car covers its earliest iterations, when the automobile represented the very peak of technological innovation. It is packed with fascinating facts about the experimental origins of the motor industry, when these 'horseless carriages' were largely constructed in back-street workshops, many simply resembling the frame and bodywork of a ... Read more

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This colourful introduction to the first decades of the motor car covers its earliest iterations, when the automobile represented the very peak of technological innovation. It is packed with fascinating facts about the experimental origins of the motor industry, when these 'horseless carriages' were largely constructed in back-street workshops, many simply resembling the frame and bodywork of a
... Read more
Jillian's Journey

2 IN BLUE SLAUGHTER SERIES, #2

by P.J. Turner, S.E. Turner ...

Series Book 2 - 2 IN BLUE SLAUGHTER SERIES
Trapped in an abusive, life-threatening, marriage, Jillian escapes to a healing environment with the Slaughter family as she steps out of her box - way out! ... Read more

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Trapped in an abusive, life-threatening, marriage, Jillian escapes to a healing environment with the Slaughter family as she steps out of her box - way out!
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The Corvette in the Barn: More Great Stories of Automotive Archaeology

More Great Stories of Automotive Archaeology

by Tom Cotter,Keith Martin ...

Series series In the Barn
It's every car-guy's fantasy-to casually peer into a long-forgotten garage or barn or warehouse and find the car he has searched for his whole life. Corvette in the Barn is a collection of true, often amazing, stories and essays about car collectors and enthusiasts who have discovered unusual and desirable cars, forgotten in all manner of locations from barns, to old-school junkyards, to farmer's ... Read more

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It's every car-guy's fantasy-to casually peer into a long-forgotten garage or barn or warehouse and find the car he has searched for his whole life. Corvette in the Barn is a collection of true, often amazing, stories and essays about car collectors and enthusiasts who have discovered unusual and desirable cars, forgotten in all manner of locations from barns, to old-school junkyards, to farmer's
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The Old Outboard Book

by Peter Hunn ...

"Incredible amount of detail about all those kickers from the past, including an appendix with comprehensive model-year information."WoodenBoat"This book is the one to buy if you are interested in collecting antique outboard motors."Boating ... Read more

$18.80 USD

"Incredible amount of detail about all those kickers from the past, including an appendix with comprehensive model-year information."WoodenBoat"This book is the one to buy if you are interested in collecting antique outboard motors."Boating
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La giustizia, tra vita e morte. Clitemnestra, Medea, Circe

by Luciano Violante ...

Sono tre celebri figure del mito a raccontare le loro vicende nei monologhi che compongono il volume di Luciano Violante: Clitemnestra, la regina di Micene, sorella di Elena e moglie di Agamennone, comandante supremo dell’armata greca nella guerra di Troia; Medea, principessa della Colchide e sventurata compagna di Giasone nell’avventura del vello d’oro, e Circe, la dea figlia di un titano e di ... Read more

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Sono tre celebri figure del mito a raccontare le loro vicende nei monologhi che compongono il volume di Luciano Violante: Clitemnestra, la regina di Micene, sorella di Elena e moglie di Agamennone, comandante supremo dell’armata greca nella guerra di Troia; Medea, principessa della Colchide e sventurata compagna di Giasone nell’avventura del vello d’oro, e Circe, la dea figlia di un titano e di
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Alfa Romeo

Automobili per passione da 110 anni

by Daniele Buzzonetti ...

Il volume ripercorre l’intera storia di Alfa Romeo attraverso l’analisi delle vicende più stimolanti, legate ai modelli più celebri, ma anche agli uomini - dai dirigenti di massimo livello ai tecnici meno conosciuti - che con le loro decisioni hanno influenzato il destino del “Biscione”. L’opera è corredata da illustrazioni concesse dal centro Documentazione Alfa Romeo di Arese, oltre che da ... Read more

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Il volume ripercorre l’intera storia di Alfa Romeo attraverso l’analisi delle vicende più stimolanti, legate ai modelli più celebri, ma anche agli uomini - dai dirigenti di massimo livello ai tecnici meno conosciuti - che con le loro decisioni hanno influenzato il destino del “Biscione”. L’opera è corredata da illustrazioni concesse dal centro Documentazione Alfa Romeo di Arese, oltre che da
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Provinces of the Roman Empire - Volume I

by Theodor Mommsen ...

The history of Rome under the Empire presents problems similar to those encountered in the history of the earlier Republic. Such information as may be directly obtained from literary tradition is not merely without form and colour, but in fact for the most part without substance. The list of the Roman monarchs is just about as trustworthy and just about as instructive as that of the consuls of the ... Read more

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The history of Rome under the Empire presents problems similar to those encountered in the history of the earlier Republic. Such information as may be directly obtained from literary tradition is not merely without form and colour, but in fact for the most part without substance. The list of the Roman monarchs is just about as trustworthy and just about as instructive as that of the consuls of the
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Carriages and Sleighs

228 Illustrations from the 1862 Lawrence, Bradley & Pardee Catalog

by Lawrence, Bradley & Pardee ...

This volume reproduces an extremely rare catalog published in 1862 by the noted carriage manufacturer Lawrence, Bradley and Pardee of New Haven, Connecticut. It contains more than 200 finely detailed engravings of carriages and sleighs from the mid-nineteenth century.Proudly advertising everything from a Light French Dog-Cart to "a very Rich Glass-Quartered Coach," complete with steps, iron ... Read more

$11.78 USD

This volume reproduces an extremely rare catalog published in 1862 by the noted carriage manufacturer Lawrence, Bradley and Pardee of New Haven, Connecticut. It contains more than 200 finely detailed engravings of carriages and sleighs from the mid-nineteenth century.Proudly advertising everything from a Light French Dog-Cart to "a very Rich Glass-Quartered Coach," complete with steps, iron
... Read more
Pioneer Auto Museum and Antique Town, Murdo, South Dakota

Journey Through Vintage Automobile History

by S.D.) Pioneer Auto Museum (Murdo ...

In "Pioneer Auto Museum and Antique Town, Murdo, South Dakota," S.D. offers a compelling exploration of Americana through the lens of automotive history and cultural nostalgia. The book presents a vivid panorama of the mid-20th century American automotive landscape, artfully merging historical artifacts with engaging narratives. Its literary style is both evocative and informative, capturing the ... Read more

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In "Pioneer Auto Museum and Antique Town, Murdo, South Dakota," S.D. offers a compelling exploration of Americana through the lens of automotive history and cultural nostalgia. The book presents a vivid panorama of the mid-20th century American automotive landscape, artfully merging historical artifacts with engaging narratives. Its literary style is both evocative and informative, capturing the
... Read more
Illustrated Encyclopedia of World Railway Locomotives

Edited by P. Ransome-Wallis ...

Series series Dover Transportation
In this volume, noted Columbia University Professor of Architecture Cyril M. Harris offers a unique tour through the entire history of architecture: an extraordinary compendium of clear, concise definitions for over 5,000 important terms. This thoroughly accurate and comprehensive gathering of architectural knowledge is complemented by an unprecedented collection of over 2,000 line drawings that ... Read more

$24.02 USD

In this volume, noted Columbia University Professor of Architecture Cyril M. Harris offers a unique tour through the entire history of architecture: an extraordinary compendium of clear, concise definitions for over 5,000 important terms. This thoroughly accurate and comprehensive gathering of architectural knowledge is complemented by an unprecedented collection of over 2,000 line drawings that
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