Icons of Cycling

Kirsten Van Steenberge

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Hardback

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teNeues Media GmbH & Co. KG
01 December 2021

Photography & photographs; Cycling

Biking inspires millions of people around the world, with an ever-growing fan base. With some 200 colour and black-and-white photographs, Icons of Cycling captures the thrill and fascination of this sport on two wheels.

Compiling the work of some of the best cycling photographers, the book breathes the spirit of cycling - as close and emotional as if the viewer were part of the race. Discover extraordinary shots of the peloton winding along alpine serpentines; exhausted athletes at the end of a stage; and unknown heroes from the team behind the team. A microcosm of ambition and passion, pain and glory, this is both a photographic artwork and a contemporary document of a thriving sport. A cherished collector's item for every cycle enthusiast.

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A biking photo book to delight cycle fans and sports photography lovers .

200 fascinating colour and black-and-white photos by the best cycling photographers .

Professional cyclists and passionate fans in spectacular landscapes - with thrilling texts on the roads, races, and the roar of victory

Edited by: Kirsten Van Steenberge
Imprint: teNeues Media GmbH & Co. KG
Country of Publication: Germany
Dimensions: Height: 300mm, Width: 235mm,
Weight: 1.822kg
ISBN: 9783961713554
ISBN 10: 3961713553
Pages: 272
Publication Date: 01 December 2021
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Unspecified

1. The Geometry of Cycling 2. The Tour of Suffering 3. The Unknown Heroes 4. A Passion for Pedals 5. Modernity vs. Tradition 6. Classics and a Modern Classic 7. Change of Location 8. The City of Light 9. Cycling in Style 10. Attention to Detail

After graduating from Gent University, Kirsten Van Steenberge worked in various jobs, all of which had something to do with bicycles. And for as long as he can remember, he has been dedicated to every discipline of cycling. With this book he wants to give something back to his beloved cycling disciplines. He currently lives near Amsterdam with his wife, two children, and dogs and rabbits.

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Icons of Cycling

Kirsten Van Steenberge

$125

Hardback

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