Books, Nonfiction, Automotive, Pictorial

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Editors of Car and Driver
Car and Driver's American Road Warriors: Classic Muscle Cars
by Filipacchi (Hardcover)

From America's most popular automotive magazine, the editors at Car and Driver present a one of a kind look at classic American muscle cars. With engines made for speed and power and a body to match, these are some of the coolest cars ever made. This tour of the best of these classic cars contains original articles from the cars' first releases, detailed road test entries that review each car in depth, and vintage ads. Each car is depicted in full color and includes detailed specifications, including performance specs, dimensions, transmission, and engine type. The introduction sets the stage for "pro-racing in the Sixties," with "the youth market, the drags and street racing; cheap gas and long Saturday nights; a fledgling Car And Driver hunting its identity." This amazing book even includes a jacket that doubles as a poster, the perfect gift for any lover of classic American cars.

Ken Gross
Art of the Hot Rod
by Motorbooks (Hardcover)

The best hot rods are art on four wheels, and this book is nothing less than a gallery of the best of American hot rods.  Profiling top builders and featuring studio portraits of their most outstanding custom creations, this book celebrates the uniquely American marriage of mechanical know-how and an inspired sense of style and design.  Built from the ground up, pieced together from salvaged parts, rebuilt with classic looks and futuristic technology--these are automotive works of art, as powerful on the page as they are on the street.

Cosmic Motors: Spaceships, Cars and Pilots of Another Galaxy (German Edition)
by Design Studio Press (Paperback)

Come explore the vehicle designs of a far away galaxy called Galaxion where futuristic concepts exist in everyday life. Nine different spaceships, pods, race cars, giant trains, warships and balloons from various planets of the Galaxion system are shown from concept to completion. Daniel Simon is an established senior car designer who has spent the last several years focusing his talents on futuristic concepts for such automakers as Bugatti and Lamborghini. In his first book, Cosmic Motors, each chapter shows the design process of a unique vehicle, from the first ideation sketches to the stunningly detailed 3-D models to the final photorealistic full spread renderings. Join Daniel in this virtual world of visionary vehicles!

Andrew Morland
Legendary Farm Tractors: A Photographic History
by Voyageur Press (Hardcover)

"Legendary Farm Tractors" contains more color photographs of more types of farm tractors than any book on the market. More than 640 photographs of tractors from the USA, Canada, Europe, and Japan-models from the 1880s to today-are presented along with detailed captions. The tractors are organized alphabetically by make so readers can find their favorites easily. Readers will find coverage of everything from the familiar makes such as John Deere, Ford, Farmall, Case, Caterpillar, and International Harvester to obscure tractors that have seldom-been-seen, such as the special streamlined Porsche coffee plantation tractor that looks more like a Porsche sports car than a John Deere. The extensive variety of material and the distinguished photographs by noted photographer Andrew Morland make this an exceptionally value-rich package that will appeal to tractor buffs and to those looking for a giftbook for an enthusiast.

Mike Mueller
The Complete Book of Corvette: Every Model Since 1953
by Motorbooks (Hardcover)

Chevrolet's Corvette is the most iconic, and some would say only, sports car built in America. This lavishly illustrated work conducts readers through the Corvette’s fifty-plus years of continuous production, a rich and varied history unmatched in the automotive world.   An exhaustive review of six generations of American high performance, from the first 6-cylinder ’Vette of 1953 through today's fire-breathing, world-beating C6, The Complete Book of Corvette offers an in-depth look at the prototypes and experimental models, the anniversary and pace cars, and the specialty packages for street and competition driving that have made the Corvette a living automotive legend for more than half a century. With extensive details, specs, and photographic coverage, this book is the ultimate resource on America’s sports car. Officially licensed with Chevrolet and including many never-before-published photographs from the car maker's archives.

American Muscle Cars 2009 Calendar
by Motorbooks (Calendar)

American Muscle Cars 2009 features the most powerful, popular, and collectible cars from the late 1960s and early 1970s, plus a sample of today’s hottest muscle. Brawny beasts from Ford, Chevrolet, Dodge & Plymouth, Pontiac, Buick, and AMC are wonderfully presented in this beautiful calendar. Captions provide production histories and performance specs for each car.

Roger Priddy
Big Board First 100 Machines (Bright Baby)
by Priddy Books (Board book) (Release Date: 2006-08-22)

Suitable for babies and toddlers. Over 100 first machine words to learn. Fantastic photographs of all sorts of machines. Sturdy, large-format board book to withstand repeated learning fun.

Larry Edsall
Masters of Car Design (Genius)
by White Star (Hardcover) (Release Date: 2008-02-26)

Close to 400 photographs in this handsome volume capture the excitement of automotive history, spotlighting the most innovative and important car design and their manufacturers, include many famous American models. Illustrations and words combine to re-create the adventures of designing the legendary cars that evolved into today’s indispensable, stylish, and efficient automobile. From Ghia, Farina, Giugiaro, and Bertone to General Motors, Chrysler, and Ford, Masters of Car Design traces the evolution of car production, while spectacular archival and specially commissioned photographs showcase the cutting-edge designs that have earned these manufacturers a major place in automotive history. A superb gift for automotive enthusiasts, this book brings to life classic car models and their designers with fantastic photographs taken by famous car photographers.

Bruce Littlefield
Airstream Living
by Collins Design (Paperback) (Release Date: 2007-05-29)

The versatility of the sleek metallic gems of Airstream has captured the imagination of a new generation. Paris Hilton used one to tour the country in The Simple Life. Designer Ralph Lauren owns four. Airstream Living explores these vehicles' many uses, from vacation travel to permanent residence, from home office to pool house, from on-set accommodation for movie stars to businesses such as diners and stores. In its pages, profiles of real-life owners reveal how they use their trailers to enhance their lifestyle, and vacationers will find advice on how to get the most out of Airstreams. Inspirational photographs accompany advice on decorating interiors in styles that range from the simple to opulent: retro chic, Ralph Lauren's Adirondack and Western themes, a seaside look for coastal touring, and much more. Practical advice covers everything from buying your first Airstream to care and cleaning tips to solutions for storage. A directory provides a thorough listing of ...

Larry Edsall
Miata 20 Years
by Motorbooks (Hardcover)

When Mazda introduced the Miata in 1989, driving enthusiasts leapt with joy.  The new two-seater roadster convertible offered motorists the look and feel of a classic sports car.  Now in its third generation, the Miata is considered the most successful modern sports car, popular with pleasure drivers and racers alike.  This photo- and anecdote-filled book spans the Miata’s twenty-year history, offering an informative and exhilarating tribute to the little car that reminds us how much fun it is to drive.

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