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Book Synopsis: A bold look at the creative, controversial, and vibrant history of skateboarding, and the amazing skaters who continually reinvent it. Skateboarding isn't just a recreational activity, but a professional sport, lifestyle, art form, and cultural phenomenon. The striking book Four Wheels and a Board captures its spirited history, iconic skateboarders, diverse community, and the palpable passion of the people who love it. It includes contributions from the most influential names in the game, including Rodney Mullen, Tony Hawk, Mimi Knoop, and more. The gorgeously designed book presents objects, artifacts, and photographs from the Smithsonian's collections that exemplify the vitality and innovation of skate culture. Book chapters are organized chronologically by decade from the '60s to present day, starting with 20th-century surfboards, moving through technological changes, the disappearance of skate parks, the rise of social media and collaborations, and ending with never-before-seen objects from the 2020 Summer Olympics, where skateboarding made its historic Olympic debut.
Largely invented by youth, skateboarding has attracted punks, misfits, and dreamers looking for somewhere to belong. The book features skateboards and skaters who open dialogues about race, the gender binary, queerness, the displacement of Native people, and so much more, shining a light on people and places not often represented in traditional skateboard history. Four Wheels and a Board is a fresh look at a transformative culture, and one hell of a ride.
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Get ready to dive into the thrilling and captivating world of skateboarding with Four Wheels and a Board: The Smithsonian History of Skateboarding Book. This remarkable book takes you on a journey through the creative, controversial, and vibrant history of skateboarding. From its humble beginnings as a recreational activity to its current status as a professional sport, lifestyle, art form, and cultural phenomenon, skateboarding has never ceased to amaze and inspire.
Featuring contributions from skateboarding legends such as Rodney Mullen, Tony Hawk, Mimi Knoop, and more, Four Wheels and a Board immerses you in the world of skate culture like never before. With striking visuals, captivating stories, and in-depth interviews, this book showcases the palpable passion of those who live and breathe skateboarding.
Experience the evolution of skateboarding through the decades, starting from the '60s to the present day. Explore the technological advancements, social changes, and the fascinating journey that skateboarding has taken. Marvel at the objects, artifacts, and photographs from the Smithsonian's collections that exemplify the vitality and innovation of skate culture.
But Four Wheels and a Board goes beyond the surface. It delves into the social and cultural impact of skateboarding. It sheds light on the voices and stories of the marginalized and underrepresented, discussing topics such as race, gender, queerness, and the displacement of Native people. This book opens doors to important dialogues and offers a fresh perspective on a transformative culture.
Don't miss out on this exhilarating ride through the history of skateboarding. Grab your copy of Four Wheels and a Board and experience the energy, creativity, and raw passion that make skateboarding an extraordinary phenomenon. Order now and join us on this thrilling journey!
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