The Automotive Mascot, A Design in Motion. Volume II, The Golden Years

Volume II shows the transistion from radiator cap mascot to hood ornament. This was a golden age of creativity. It chronicles automotive mascots of English, French and American origin through the 1930's Rich elegant burgundy coloured cover compliments the first volume. The quality of the photos allows the reader to see the mascots in great color detail The text provides accurate dating, a critical detail for advanced collectors. The footnotes and bibliography provide an ease of access to other reference sources. The format is friendly and will be sure to win novice collectors. When the three volumes are complete, they will provide the novice and the expert with a detailed reference to over 550 mascots and hood ornaments. This will become an important reference work Comments on Volume I include: "Great book - can't wait for volume 2 and 3" "Fantastic book." There are 288 quality glossy pages filled with the history and photographs of car mascots spanning nearly 100 years and many collected by the author over the past 50 years. The books weighs 4 pounds and measures 11" by 8 1/2" by 3/4". Self published by the author it is nevertheless of superb quality and strongly recommended for anybody interested in car mascots.