Following on from Chris Haddon's highly successful my cool motorcycle,
my cool scooter showcases beautiful scooters from all corners of the
world and celebrates the scooter's history thus far. The humble scooter
is much more than a mode of transport - it is fashionable, stylish and
trendy.
In terms of public image, the scooter has long played second fiddle to
the motorcycle. Of course, there is a large dose of stereotype in the
readings of both kinds of machines and at heart both have provided the
same thing: escape, independence, mobility and a certain kind of cool.
Following on from Chris Haddon's highly successful my cool motorcycle,
my cool scooter showcases beautiful scooters from all corners of the
world and celebrates the scooter's history thus far.
The humble scooter is much more than a mode of transport - it is
fashionable, stylish and trendy. As many of the stories featured in this
book demonstrate, owners take their scooters on miraculous adventures
from city streets to glorious country escapes. The book explores the
most iconic brands of scooter from the well-known Vespa to the classic
Goggo. Each section covers a selection of historical information,
owners' stories and vehicle notes. For scooter owners or those
interested in scooter history this book will inspire and intrigue
readers.