by Laura Alves, Pedro Carvalho · Texto Editores · tapa dura · ISBN 9789724746555
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«A Gloriosa Bicicleta» is the essay on cycling by Laura Alves and Pedro Carvalho, published by Texto Editores in hardback (176 pages, in Portuguese).
The work celebrates the bicycle as a machine that transports, makes people smile and invites reflection. It traces its origins, describes the different species of urban cyclists and analyses its social, political and economic impact in Portugal and worldwide. It also includes practical observations, such as choosing a comfortable saddle or avoiding tram rails, and addresses coexistence with hostile drivers.
The cover subtitle is «Compêndio de costumes, emoções e desvarios em duas rodas». The work was published in 2013 and is usually classified within sports and recreation.
Recommended for urban cycling enthusiasts and for readers interested in bicycle culture and its social role in Portugal.
