Two Wheels Good: The History and Mystery of the Bicycle

Synopsis of Two Wheels Good: The History and Mystery of the Bicycle

«Two Wheels Good: The History and Mystery of the Bicycle» is Jody Rosen's history essay, published by Crown in hardcover (416 pages, in English).

Cultural history of the bicycle: its invention in the 19th century, its role in feminist movements and colonial conquest, and its rebirth as an ecological symbol. Rosen combines reportage, travel and memoir with characters like Yukon gold prospectors or a king of Bhutan, celebrating the bike as sensual and spiritual pleasure.

First edition, published on May 24, 2022. Classified in history, transport and popular culture.

For bicycle enthusiasts, cultural history and journalistic essay; also for those curious about popular culture.