The Motorist's Companion: 5 Classic Automobile Books
Putnam's Automobile Handbook: The Care and Management of the Modern Motor-Car, The Automobile Owner's Guide, etc.By H. Clifford Brokaw, Charles A. Starr, Charles Andrew Coey, The automotive business magazine Motor, Ford Motor Company, Frank B. Scholl
Length42h 37m
About this audiobook
The Motorist's Companion: 5 Classic Automobile Books presents an enthralling exploration into the vibrant world of early automotive culture through a carefully curated selection of standout works. This anthology traverses a landscape of mechanical ingenuity, societal impacts, and the romantic allure of the open road. Delve into narratives that range from the technical to the poetic, seamlessly blending practical knowledge with profound appreciation for the automobile's transformative power. Each piece, whether technical or narrative in style, captures the bewildering excitement and rapid evolution of the automotive industry during its formative years, offering readers a glimpse into a bygone era of exploration and innovation. The contributing authors, including H. Clifford Brokaw and Charles A. Starr, among others, come together to offer a panoramic view of the early 20th-century automobile revolution. Their collective works engage with the prevailing cultural and technological shifts, reflecting the zeitgeist of their times in a manner akin to social historians chronicling industrial progress. Notable entities such as Ford Motor Company contribute a sense of authenticity and authority, as their narratives intertwine with the broader historical movements of innovation and industrialization. This volume is an indispensable resource for enthusiasts and scholars alike, offering a doorway to a rich tapestry of perspectives woven into the fabric of automotive history. The Motorist's Companion encourages readers to engage with its diverse insights, fostering an appreciation for the multiplicity of experiences that defined early automotive culture. Whether you are an aficionado seeking depth or a curious reader eager for exploration, this anthology promises to both educate and inspire, illuminating the legacy of the automobile in our cultural history.
Audiobook details
GenreOther, Literary Classics
Length42 hrs 37 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 4, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
11The Specifications of All Domestic and Foreign Motor-cars and Motor Business Wagons, 1907 (pt. 1)
2Ford Manual for Owners and Operators of Ford Cars and Trucks (1919)
12The Specifications of All Domestic and Foreign Motor-cars and Motor Business Wagons, 1907 (pt. 2)
3Putnam's Automobile Handbook: The Care and Management of the Modern Motor-Car (pt. 1)
13The Specifications of All Domestic and Foreign Motor-cars and Motor Business Wagons, 1907 (pt. 3)
4Putnam's Automobile Handbook: The Care and Management of the Modern Motor-Car (pt. 2)
14The Specifications of All Domestic and Foreign Motor-cars and Motor Business Wagons, 1907 (pt. 4)
5Putnam's Automobile Handbook: The Care and Management of the Modern Motor-Car (pt. 3)
15The Specifications of All Domestic and Foreign Motor-cars and Motor Business Wagons, 1907 (pt. 5)
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6Putnam's Automobile Handbook: The Care and Management of the Modern Motor-Car (pt. 4)
16The Specifications of All Domestic and Foreign Motor-cars and Motor Business Wagons, 1907 (pt. 6)
7The automobile owner's guide (pt. 1)
17The Specifications of All Domestic and Foreign Motor-cars and Motor Business Wagons, 1907 (pt. 7)
8The automobile owner's guide (pt. 2)
18The Specifications of All Domestic and Foreign Motor-cars and Motor Business Wagons, 1907 (pt. 8)
9The automobile owner's guide (pt. 3)
19The Specifications of All Domestic and Foreign Motor-cars and Motor Business Wagons, 1907 (pt. 9)
10The automobile owner's guide (pt. 4)
20C.A. Coey's School of Motoring, 1424-26 Michigan Ave. Chicago
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