Big Book of Land Rover (Big Books)
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| Rating | : | 4.48 (678 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1909217492 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 144 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-02-09 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Five Stars If you love Land Rover Series 1, 2, 3 or Defender, you will find this book so interesting.. Big Book of Land Rover warlord This book gives an overview of the famed Land Rover vehicles. It describes the basic models from the company, including the modern offerings. The prose is clear and the photography excellent.I was hoping for more in-depth analysis of early vehicles, forerunners to our modern SUVs, and more examination of their historical contributions to modern exploration, warfare, and adventure, hence my giving only 4 stars.. This book is not at all "big" as the title This book is not at all "big" as the title would allude, it is actually a fairly small book that you can carry in one hand. However, the info and pictures are substantial enough to make it a worthy addition to your collection. Lots of specific numbers, dates and engine sizes in here - so if you're not a facts and figures geek then this book might not be for you. Definitely a book for grown-ups, not for the kids.
The Second World War proved, among other things, the value of a basic 4-wheel drive vehicle of rugged construction. Launched in 1948, customers were never in short supply for their creation, the Land Rover, although there were some unexpected owners for such a sparse and utilitarian car, including King George VI and Winston Churchill. Since those days, the company has gone on to invent the concept of the luxury 4x4 with the launch of the Range Rover in 1970, and has added further to the distinguished stable with the Discovery and the Freelander. The Land Rover has truly conquered the globe - find out how inside. The success of the American Jeep inspired the Wilkes' brothers Maurice and Spencer, who ran the Rover Car Company, that a British version was likely to be well received. Once the British Army embraced it as their vehicle of choice, the Land Rover's place in motoring's Hall of Fame was secured