Roadside America: The Automobile and the American Dream - Hardcover

Lewis, Lucinda

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0810944340 ISBN 13: 9780810944343

Publisher: Harry N. Abrams, 2000

Synopsis

A photographic survey of American cars takes a nostalgic look at the nation's history and folklore as seen from the perspective of its automobiles, from neon-lit diners and drive-in movie theaters to last-stop gas stations and Route 66 attractions.

About this title

About the Author:

Lucinda Lewis is one of the world's premier automotive photographers. Her work has appeared in numerous publications and books, including Abrams' Roadside America: The Automobile and the American Dream. Lewis is also the photographer of Abrams' Sun-Drenched Gordens: The Mediterranean Style. She lives in Los Angeles.

From Booklist:

One of pop culture's universal truths is that Americans have carried on an unabashed romance with the automobile since its invention around the turn of the twentieth century. This rich, oversize album by a renowned car photographer, who refers to herself as a "classic car junkie," will touch the heartstrings of those who feel the romance of the road. In more than 200 color photographs, Lewis "poses" splendid examples of cars from throughout the history of the American automobile industry at planned locations where cars traditionally "hang out," such as at drive-in restaurants, drive-in movie theaters, motels, and diners, or in desert settings, or with golden fields in the background. These beautiful shots reflect Lewis' conviction that "cars are most themselves in their natural habitat. They belong on the road. And they belong to the road." We see cars in elegant profile or provocative full face; we see luxury cars (Imperial), sports cars (Corvette), and utility cars (Grand Cherokee). The bright, spirited, and informative text provides excellent mortar holding the photographs together. Brad Hooper
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About this edition

• Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0810944340
• ISBN 13: 9780810944343
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 271