An illustrated encyclopedia of classic hot rods and street rods, with over 550 photographs, that gives a chronological reference to a legendary style of automobile, covering the early models of the 1920s onwards. It is suitable for automobile enthusiasts.[...]

The pre-eminent political and religious power-brokers of sixteenth-century France, the Guises family included in their number both Mary Queen of Scots and Catherine de Medici. This is the first comprehensive account of their remarkable story, and their influence on one of Europe's most turbulent and[...]

A hot rod is an automobile rebuilt or modified for high speed and acceleration. Hot rods are more than that--they're an American icon. Hot rods can be found on the streets and at the dragstrips. This beautifully illustrated guide provides a history of hot rods in America from their first appearance [...]