A Century of Automotive Style
A Century of Automotive Style

Author: Michael Lamm

Publisher: Lamm-Morada Publishing Company, Incorporated

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 314

ISBN-13:

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This rich automotive history will engage car buffs for hours of learning and diversion, for the book differs from most chronicles of the evolution of the horseless carriage by focusing on one particular, and fascinating, aspect: the styling of cars--their 'overall shape, ornamentation and resulting aura.' Resting on the premise that 'styling sells, ' the authors' large-format, heavily illustrated account goes into luscious detail about important designers, influential design trends, and noteworthy (in their aesthetic appeal) car models throughout the entire 100-year history of the automobile. A distinctive addition to technology collections that all public libraries should consider for purchase. - Brad Hooper; 306p - YA: For browsers and reluctant readers, as well as YAs interested in cars. JC-

The Big Book of Tiny Cars
The Big Book of Tiny Cars

Author: Russell Hayes

Publisher: Motorbooks International

Published: 2021-12-21

Total Pages: 183

ISBN-13: 0760370621

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The Big Book of Tiny Cars presents entertaining profiles of automotive history’s most famous—and infamous—microcars and subcompacts from 1901 to today. Illustrated with photos and period ads.

The Impossible Collection of Cars
The Impossible Collection of Cars

Author: Dan Neil

Publisher: Assouline Publishing

Published: 2011-11-01

Total Pages: 6

ISBN-13: 1614280150

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It is the dream of many to own the world’s most beautifully designed automobiles, but most often only a handful of collectors ever come close. Now, The Impossible Collection of Cars makes that dream come true, showcasing the one hundred most exceptional cars of the twentieth century in ASSOULINE's third volume in the Impossible Collection series. Each luxury automobile—from the 1909 Blitzen Benz to a 1996 McLaren F1—was chosen for its revolutionary engineering, magnificent lines, and head-turning capabilities. Assouline is pleased to announce this exquisite tome, which features cars owned by celebrities like Marlene Dietrich, Ralph Lauren, Greta Garbo, Pablo Picasso, and Elvis Presley. This Impossible Collection volume is presented on cotton paper in a beautiful black rubber clamshell box with a cutout metal plate.

General Motors Styling 1927-1958
General Motors Styling 1927-1958

Author: Tracy Powell

Publisher:

Published: 2007-01-01

Total Pages: 170

ISBN-13: 9780970919519

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General Motors styling 1927-1958 walks through the "Harley Earl era" of automotive styling, with research and interviews that go beyond Oldsmobile, Pontiac, Chevrolet, Buick and Cadillac, and into the extravagant dream cars and Motoramas of the '50s. Giant personalities include those who would later leave GM to make names for themselves elsewhere: Frank Hershey, Virgil Exner, Gordon Buehrig and others.

Auto Legends
Auto Legends

Author: Robert Cumberford

Publisher: Chartwell Books

Published: 2014-04-04

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780785831341

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The cars are presented chronologically in a succession of seductive photographs by Michel Zumbrunn, widely recognized as one of the best car photographers working today. The combination of general views, taken from a variety of angles, and numerous close-ups of exquisite detailing allows the reader to appreciate fully these masterpieces of the car designer's art. Each entry is accompanied by a vivid commentary by Robert Cubmerford, a car designer and renowned motoring journalist, who shares his astounding knowledge with the reader in order to highlight the history and essential design features of each vehicle. An illuminating introduction traces the development of styling trends and influences, while brief biographies of the most innovative designers from the last one hundred years and a full technical glossary are also included. The book concludes with a directory of museums and public collections around the world where examples of the featured cars may be seen.

Decades
Decades

Author: Cameron Silver

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 2012-10-16

Total Pages: 257

ISBN-13: 159691663X

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Presents a decade-by-decade guide to the most influential looks of the past century, matching red-carpet gowns to famous celebrities while providing original designer sketches, photos of rare couture, and interviews with a range of authorities.

Speed Read Car Design
Speed Read Car Design

Author: Tony Lewin

Publisher: Motorbooks International

Published: 2017-12-05

Total Pages: 163

ISBN-13: 0760358109

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See what really goes into every aspect of car design.

100 Cars That Changed the World: The Designs, Engines, and Technologies That Drive Our Imaginations
100 Cars That Changed the World: The Designs, Engines, and Technologies That Drive Our Imaginations

Author: Publications International Ltd

Publisher:

Published: 2020-03-25

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13: 9781645581246

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100 Cars That Changed the World showcases vehicles from the end of the nineteenth century to today. Along the way, you'll see vehicles such as the Ford Model T that put America on wheels; the Volkswagen Beetle that was loved around the world; the Jeep that helped win World War II and popularized off-road adventure; the Pontiac GTO that launched the muscle car era; the Dodge Caravan that changed the way families travel; the Ford Explorer that ingnited the SUV movement; and the Tesla Model S that made electric cars exciting.