Merckx 69
Celebrating the world's greatest cyclist in his finest year
Published on 5. June 2014
Book
Hardback
180 pages
978-1-4729-1064-6 (ISBN)
Description
Merckx 69 documents Eddy Merckx in 1969 - considered to be the best year of Merckx's road cycling career. Written by a close friend of Merckx, this beautifully produced book features previously unpublished photographs by Tonny Strouken - who spent most of 1969 following Merckx during his epic racing season.
Featuring a prologue from Eddy Merckx, this is a lovingly produced paean to one of cycling's greats, in this, his 69th year.
Featuring a prologue from Eddy Merckx, this is a lovingly produced paean to one of cycling's greats, in this, his 69th year.
Reviews / Votes
This year Eddy Merckx turned 70, and what better way to celebrate than to give yourself a copy of Merckx 69, which brings to life arguably Merckx's most successful year on a bicycle * Cyclist * utterly fabulous ...the photos are glorious, fascinating, engaging and addictive * The Washing Machine Post * will prove irresistible for any serious collector of cycling books. ...Merckx fans tend to be 'completests' and their 'Merckx corner' of the bookshelf will look bare without this mighty tome. * The Tour * A fine book chronicling the finest year of the finest cyclist. * The Inner Ring * sumptuous * Guardian * beautifully produced...the black and white photographs are mesmerising. * Outdoor Fitness * With the wealth of faces and places on display, you could skip the words entirely and still be entertained. * Pro Cycling * remarkable * The Herald * This lovely coffee table book ... capture[s] not only Eddy Merckx at the peak of his athletic prowess but the nuances, fashions and vibe of his era too. * Cycle Sport *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Product notice
Paper over boards
Illustrations
Stunning photographs
Dimensions
Height: 330 mm
Width: 290 mm
Weight
1703 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4729-1064-6 (9781472910646)
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