Off-Road Giants! - Heroes of 1960s Motorcycle Sport

Author: Andy Westlake
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1845845897
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 345

Book Description
A fascinating and nostalgic compilation of rider profiles written over a three year period, which originally appeared in Classic Motorcycle magazine, and is now accompanied by a new set of over 100 photographs. All of the riders featured became top achievers in their field, although, for some, it was their first interview. During the 1950s and 60s, scrambling especially drew huge crowds to meetings all across the country, and, thanks to TV coverage such as BBC Grandstand Trophy, and ITV’s World of Sport, many of the competitors featured in this book became household names. Each chapter includes the competition years of the riders, and also gives an overview of their careers, and conveys their enthusiasm for the sport.

Off-Road Giants!

Author: Andy Westlake
Publisher: Veloce Publishing
ISBN: 9781845848354
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
If you can recall watching motorcycle scrambles and trials on your black and white TV during the 1960s, then this is the book for you. It's a trip down memory lane as the author recalls boyhood journeys in his big brothers ex-GPO van to watch the stars in action, some of the world's best, including scramblers like the Sharp brothers, Badger Goss and Ivor England, trials riders Gordon Jackson, Max King and the Kendalls, and great all-rounders like Ken Heanes, Johnny Giles and the American Bud Ekins. Not only does it include the star riders, but also the main British manufacturers of the time like BSA, Triumph, James, Greeves, Metisse, Cheney and Wasp, the latter two of which are still in existence to this day. However, the book isn't just about bikes - it's about the people and their stories from illustrious and successful careers on two and three wheels, which makes for a thoroughly interesting and captivating read.

Off-Road Giants! (Volume 2)

Author: Andy Westlake
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1787118630
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 328

Book Description
Personal interviews with some of the greats of off-road motorcycling from the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s, along with some stunning period photographs that paint a wonderful picture of what motorcycling was about in this golden era.

Off-Road Giants! (volume 3)

Author: Andrew Westlake
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1787118967
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 314

Book Description
This book includes some of the greats of the scrambling world - Dave Bickers, John Banks, Rob Taylor - and others not, perhaps, quite so well known. From the hard-riding Devon farmer John Trible, Gloucester ace Tommy Barker, and Six Days trials star Eric Chilton, to the last ever interview with Olga Kevelos, a true star.

Roadside Giants

Author: Brian Butko
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 9780811732284
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 100

Book Description
From Lucy, the colossal elephant-shaped building on the Jersey Shore, to the grand donut atop Randy's in Los Angeles, this full-color guide profiles the commercial giants that loom over America's highways. Created to sell products and promote tourism in a big way, they can be found all over the United States. The authors have traveled far and wide to bring readers the world's largest duck in Long Island, an enormous Amish couple in Pennsylvania Dutch Country, and towering Paul Bunyans all over the Midwest. There are buildings shaped like hot dogs, ice cream cones, and baskets, as well as the roadside phenomena known as "Muffler Men," giants who originally advertised mufflers but now have been converted to cowboys, Indians, spacemen, and pirates. Big fun!

A Band of Misfits

Author: Andrew Baggarly
Publisher: Triumph Books
ISBN: 1629370983
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 337

Book Description
With a title drought that started in New York and carried on for more than five decades after the move to the west coast, the San Francisco Giants and their fans were growing restless, waiting for a team like the 2010 roster and that one magical postseason run. The anticipation, memories, and celebrated relief of the season when it finally came together are captured in this chronicle of the World Series season of the Giants. Written in entertaining prose, the book is as much an enjoyable story to be reread through the years as it is a factual account of the events that brought the elusive title to the Giants.

Running with the Giants

Author: John C. Maxwell
Publisher: FaithWords
ISBN: 0446548898
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 76

Book Description
Motivational guru John C. Maxwell finds inspiration and encouragement in the lives of Old Testament personalities.

Giants in the Earth

Author: Ole Edvart Rølvaag
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Dakota Territory
Languages : en
Pages : 506

Book Description
A narrative of pioneer hardship and heroism on the boundless Dakota prairie, as a Norwegian-American immigrant family passed through Ellis Island and worked to eke out a living in America's midwest.

If We Were Giants

Author: Dave Matthews
Publisher: Disney Electronic Content
ISBN: 136800203X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 238

Book Description
By world-renowned musician, environmentalist, and humanitarian Dave Matthews, an exciting and poignant fantasy set in wondrous natural environments about a girl who must summon the courage to face her own mistakes before she can help save her peaceful community from a gigantic threat. Kirra, a curious, agile, and outgoing girl, lives in an idyllic community hidden inside a dormant volcano. She and her father are the only two people allowed to venture beyond its walls. Kirra is in training to become a Storyteller like him, and together they travel from village to village spreading fearsome tales designed to keep outsiders away from their secret nest. One day, after hearing rumors of strangers called the "Takers," Kirra leaves the volcano by herself, hoping to discover her own story. But she unknowingly leads the Takers back to her doorstep, and they rob her of everything she has ever held dear. A devastated Kirra is found by a boy named Luwan and adopted into his family, which lives among others high in the trees of a dense forest. Now quiet and withdrawn, Kirra hides her dark past from everyone and never wants to leave the safety of her tree dwelling. Luwan, on the other hand, loves to explore. One day it leads to trouble: He is captured while spying on a group of strangers. The Takers have returned. To save the Tree Folk, Kirra must face her inner demons and summon all her storytelling to weave the most important tale of her life. This compelling novel about overcoming loss, embracing community, and living in harmony with nature is highlighted with a full-color insert of concept artwork, making it perfect for family sharing.

Road Warriors

Author: New York Post
Publisher: Triumph Books (IL)
ISBN: 9781600781513
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
From the aggressive defensive pressure on record-setting quarterback Tom Brady to David Tyree's miracle catch to Plaxico Burress' game-winning touchdown to Eli Manning raising the Super Bowl MVP trophy, the Giants are Super Bowl champions, and the New York Post celebrates the big game and the remarkable 2007 season with the brand new book Road Warriors: The New York Giants Incredible 2007 Championship Season. Follow the G-Men’s incredible road to the hoisting the Lombardi Trophy as they won 11 consecutive games away from Giants Stadium, including all four postseason games. After an 0-2 start, it seemed improbable that the New York Giants would even make the playoffs, better yet win the Super Bowl against the first 18-0 team in the history of the NFL. But on February 3, 2008, the G-Men shocked the world and emerged victorious in Super Bowl XLII against the undefeated New England Patriots. Full-color images accompany the New York Post articles that covered the Giants memorable season.