Books to Adopt

The Modern Bicycle (1877)

by Charles Spencer Return to list Adopt this book

In this charming, illustrated guide Charles Spencer gives practical advice for long distance cyclists using modern bicycles (in 1877 these had a large fore wheel and smaller hind wheel). Also included is a road guide for England and Wales and a detailed account of Spencer's 800 mile cycle with friends from London to John O'Groats in 1873. A perfect adoption for avid cyclists.

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