Book, "Ten Thousand Miles on a Bicycle," 1887

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Artifact Overview

"Ten Thousand Miles on a Bicycle" recounts the cycling adventures of Yale graduate, Lyman Hotchkiss Bagg, also known as Karl Kron. Bagg set off on his adventures in 1884 atop a high-wheel bicycle. His detailed travelogue provided enthusiasts with information about cycling in the United States and Europe.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Book

Date Made

1887

Subject Date

1883-1887

Creator Notes

Written and published by Lyman Hotchkiss Bagg, also known as Karl Kron

Collection Title

Location

By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center

Object ID

86.11.23.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 7.875 in
Width: 5.75 in
Length: 1.625 in