Built for Adventure: The Classic Automobiles of Clive Cussler and Dirk Pitt. Photography by Ronnie Bramhall.
by Cussler, Clive
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- Hardcover
- first
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Dade City, Florida, United States
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About This Item
New York: G. P. Putnam’s Sons, (2011). First Edition. Oblong quarto, green boards (hardcover), gilt letters, [x] + 226 pp. Near-Fine, with small former-owner bookplate; in a Fine dust jacket. From dust jacket: Fans of Clive Cussler’s bestselling Dirk Pitt series know that his hero has a soft spot for classic automobiles... and that the vehicles that appear in the novels are actually part of Cussler’s own vast collection. Through beautiful color photographs and warm, informative commentary, fans of Cussler and Pitt can see fifty-six of them, crafted from 1906 to 1948, in all their glory, and learn about the history and acquisition of each car. The collection began with Cussler’s purchase of a 1946 Ford Coupe for $400, and has since expanded to more than a hundred vehicles, many of which are rare and striking examples of their model, design, or coachwork. There’s the 1918 Cadillac V-8 Sport Phaeton with early coachwork by Harley Earl, before he became an automotive designer for General Motors; the 1937 Cord 812 SC Berline, one of only four known to exist today; and the 1913 Marmon Model 32 Touring that in the 1950s was used to chauffeeur such stars as Grace Kelly and Agnes Moorehead. Built for Adventure chronicles the stories of these cars and more, but the true stunners, of course, are the automobiles themselves. The 1906 Stanley Steamer Touring, 1913 Stutz Bearcat Series 4B, 1929 Duesenberg J-140, 1936 Auburn Speedster, 1947 Tatra Type 87, all are shown in gorgeous color photographs, including detail shots that showcase the luxurious interiors, the famous hood ornaments, the engines that are feats of invention, and other features from headlights to hubcaps.
Synopsis
A gorgeous tour through Clive Cussler's outstanding collection of rare, classic, and antique automobiles. Fans of Clive Cussler's bestselling Dirk Pitt series know that his hero has a soft spot for rare and classic automobiles...and that the vehicles that appear in the novels are actually part of Cussler's own vast collection. Through stunning color photographs and warm, informative commentary, fans of Cussler and Pitt can see fifty-six of these automobiles in all their glory, and learn about the history and acquisition of each classic car. Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost Touring . . . Mercedes-Benz 630K . . . Duesenberg J-140 . . . Cadillac V-16 Roadster . . . Ford Cabriolet Hot Rod . . . Packard V-12 . . . it's a car lover's paradise!
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Details
- Bookseller
- Lighthousebooks, ABAA
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- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 51512bd
- Title
- Built for Adventure: The Classic Automobiles of Clive Cussler and Dirk Pitt. Photography by Ronnie Bramhall.
- Author
- Cussler, Clive
- Book Condition
- Used
- Edition
- First Edition
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- G. P. Putnam’s Sons, (2011). First Edition.
- Place of Publication
- New York
- Date Published
- 2011
- Keywords
- Automotive, Automobiles, Classic Cars, Clive Cussler, Dirk Pitt, Antiques & Collectibles.
Terms of Sale
Lighthousebooks, ABAA
Orders usually ship within two business days. Shipping costs are based on books weighing 2.2 LB, or 1 KG. If your book order is heavy or oversized, we may contact you to let you know that an extra shipping fee is required.All items are subject to prior sale. Shipping costs are $4.25 for the first volume via USPS media rate, or $8.00 via USPS Priority Mail. Each volume thereafter is an additional $1. International orders shipped USPS Priority Mail International Flat Rate Envelope, for a fee of $28.00; or otherwise, by weight. Sets, oversize and/or heavier volumes will generally cost more to ship, both domestically and internationally; we will quote a price to you when this is the case. Florida residents must add 7% sales tax. Payment may be by Check/Money Order (in US dollars), Credit Card (American Express, Mastercard, and Visa) or PayPal. All items are returnable within ten days of receipt.
About the Seller
Lighthousebooks, ABAA
Biblio member since 2006
Dade City, Florida
About Lighthousebooks, ABAA
Lighthouse Books, ABAA is a family-owned and operated book shop located in downtown Dade City, Florida, celebrating more than 40 years of business. We're open to the public Tuesdays through Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Our specialties include Florida history and literature, Americana, literature of the South, military history (including, but not limited to, Civil War, Spanish-American War, World War I, World War II, Vietnam, Korean War), children's literature, antique maps, leather bindings and rare & unusual items. We have a wide variety of general stock, including a large landscape/gardening section, a great selection of Christian/church history/Bible study titles, Beat literature, fishing, aviation, maritime, Asian history, African history, European history, South Pacific, British history, archaeology, psychology, philosophy, Latin American and Caribbean history, Canadian history, discovery & exploration, art, antiques & collectibles' reference, pop-up books, railroads, hunting, fire arms, etc. About 25 per cent of our total stock is listed in our online inventory. If ever you're in the area, we invite you to come in and browse; to show our appreciation, we'll offer a 15 per cent discount off any purchases made on your first visit. The proprietor, Michael F. Slicker, is one of about 450 qualified members of the Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America, Inc., and its affiliate the International League of Antiquarian Booksellers. He was also the founding president of the the Florida Antiquarian Booksellers Association and is still an active member and committee chairman. In addition to keeping regular hours at the storefront location, Lighthouse Books participate as a vender in about a dozen book fairs, antiques shows, map fairs and related events each year. One such show is The Florida Antiquarian Book Fair, an annual trade show/charity benefit held in downtown St. Petersburg in the spring, that has become the oldest and largest antiquarian book fair in the Southeast; Slicker has served as Chair since its inception thirty years ago. Please contact us for more information regarding our certified appraisal services. Please visit our website: www.OldFloridaBookStore.com. Bibliophiles might also enjoy our blog, featuring articles on unusual books, author biographies, and other book related subjects:.OldFloridaBookStore.blospot.com.
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