Covering interesting and varied philosophical terrain, Cycling- Philosophy for Everyone explores in a fun but critical way the rich philosophical, cultural, and existential experiences that arise when two wheels are propelled by human energy.

Incorporates or reflects the views of high-profile and notable past-professional cyclists and insiders such as Lennard Zinn, Scott Tinley, and Lance Armstrong
Features contributions from the areas of cultural studies, kinesiology, literature, and political science as well as from philosophers
Includes enlightening essays on the varieties of the cycling experience, ranging from the ethical issues of success, women and cycling, environmental issues of commuting and the transformative potential of cycling for personal growth
Shows how bicycling and philosophy create the perfect tandem
Includes a foreword by Lennard Zinn, author and owner of Zinn Cycles Inc.

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Information

Publisher

Wiley-Blackwell

Year

2011

ISBN

9781444341362

Edition

Topic

Philosophy

Subtopic

Philosophy History & Theory

Cover
Contents
Halftitle page
Series page
Title page
Copyright
Dedication
Foreword
Acknowledgement
Getting in Gear: An Introduction to Cycling – Philosophy for Everyone
STAGE 1 THE VARIETIES OF CYCLING EXPERIENCE
STAGE 2 VELO VIRTUES
STAGE 3 RE-CYCLING
STAGE 4 SPINNING WISDOM
STAGE 5 FAIR PLAY ON TWO WHEELS
STAGE 6 PEDALING CIRCLES
Notes on Contributors: The Cycling – Philosophy for Everyone Peloton