Walker, the author of how cycling can change the world. This cycling almanac is something of a bible for roadies. A conversation with peter walker, author of an important, brand new book. In 2014 he was named by bikebiz magazine as one of the 50 most influential people in uk cycling, and in 2016 he was shortlisted in the specialist writer category at the cycling media awards. He has been working as a counselor, lecturer, writer and group leader for thirtyfive years, and as a supervisor and consultant of other therapists for 20 years. The eyecatching title of peter walkers new book, how cycling can save the world 2017, would probably have been enough to pique my curiosity, but my familiarity with the authors excellent bike blog for the guardian compelled me to snag a copy of the book.
Peter walker may just have written the most convincing argument ever seen for how cycling can save the world, but i fear that he may also have wasted his time. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. In 2009 he founded the guardian bike blog, which has quickly become the primary destination for cucling debate. In 2014 he was named by bikebiz magazine as one of the 50 most influential people in uk cycling, and in 2016 he was shortlisted for the specialist writer category at the. Unless something unprecedented happens, the only people who are likely to read this book are those who already agree with the sentiment, but the people who need to be persuaded will. Peter walkers how cycling can save the world is no mere rhetorical flourish. Unlike the articles here, however, it is oriented toward the layperson. He is a general practitioner who has a private practice in berkeley, california, in the serene claremont hotel neighborhood. This might seem a sweeping statement but when you see the diverse and positive impact more cycling could have on our lives cyclist or not youll understand. Bike nation by peter walker penguin books australia. Buy the paperback book how cycling can save the world by peter walker at indigo. Janette sadikkhan, former commissioner of the new york city department of transportation peter walker has written the book i wanted to write. Car culture has ensnared much of the worldand its no wonder.
Peter walker is the guardian journalist who set up its bike blog back in 2009. How cycling can save the world, book by peter walker. Im changing the format of this segment of the show for the summer. Peter walkerreporter at the guardian and curator o. Guardian news correspondent, peter walker, takes us on a journey around the world, exploring the varying attitudes to cycling on our highways. Buy how cycling can save the world by peter walker isbn. Page 229 of how cycling can save the world by peter walker.
Peter walker writes for the guardian in london, often about cycling and cycle culture. Peter walker is a british londonbased journalist and elly blue is a united states portlandbased activist. Peter walker is a political columnist at the guardian, and when it comes to writing in a calm, factheavy tone that still manages to hold. Bike nation, by peter walker podium cafe, for cycling fans. Im hugely excited that yellow jersey press is publishing the book, which. Best cycling books 2020 bikeradars reading list for. How cycling can save the world quotes showing 12 of 2 i delve into the mysterious and counterintuitive world of helmets and highvisibility gear later in the book. Walker begins bike nation with the startling health benefits of cycling, concentrating on the dangers of inactivity and the advantages of accidental exercise. Suitable for all levels of interest in cycling nerdery.
Learn how to ride like a pro yourself with the complete book of road cycling skills. How cycling can save the world quotes by peter walker. Peter walker s how cycling can save the world is no mere rhetorical flourish. Janette sadikkhan, former commissioner of the new york city department of transportation peter walker has written the book i. It should be compulsory reading for anyone in a decision making role. Walker is a journalist at the guardian and author of the book how cycling can save the world.
An inspiring and encouraging read for anyone living in the uk. Peter walker discusses bike nation at the wanstead tap. Sure, cycling can help keep you in shape and is a great way to socialize and explore new areas, but peter walker dives into how a cycling friendly infrastructure can have a positive impact on not only our daily lives but also the environment. Peter walker is more or less spot on in each chapter of a book which clearly argues for cycling as a key solution to urban transport. Excellent book that makes a strong case for how society benefits from an increase in everyday cycling. Pete walker is a licensed psychotherapist, mfc 25210, with degrees in social work and counseling psychology. Peter walker reporter at the guardian and curator of its popular bike blogshows how the future of humanity depends on the bicycle. Sure, cycling can help keep you in shape and is a great way to socialize and explore new areas, but peter walker dives into how a cyclingfriendly infrastructure can have a positive impact on not only our daily lives but also the environment. We quote him often on treehugger, because he is just so sensible about.
In bike nation, peter walker provides invaluable information on every discussion that you are likely to encounter when making the case for cycling, and from the chapter headings you can tell that he gets right to the point. How cycling can save the world by peter walker, paperback. Peter walker on how cycling can save the world wbez. An evening with peter walker, the author and guardian political correspondent talks about his new book. I have been a bike commuter for years and i wish there were more bike commuters.
How cycling can save the world by walker, peter isbn. Peter and i discuss his new book, how cycling can save the world. Peter walker is a political correspondent for the guardian. A fascinating read that informs, educates, and inspires. Its something i kind of stress as much as i can in the book, that even riding a bike at a gentle pace, a couple of miles each way to or from school or college or work can have. Chris boardman describes peter walkers bike nation how cycling can save the world as the book i wanted to write, a frontofbook blurb. How cycling can save the world by peter walker goodreads.
From surviving to thriving, elaborates extensively on all the recovery concepts explained on this website. But as the world evolves, the high cost of the automobile is made. Peter walker is more or less spot on in each chapter of a book which clearly argues for cycling as a key solution to urban transport, health, social and environmental problems. Yellow jersey press acquires bike nation the bookseller. Watch peter sagan dodge dog walker during time trial. How cycling can save the world paperback brookline. In 2009 he set up the guardian bike blog which has published dozens of writers and has quickly become a primary destination for cycling debate. Bike nation how cycling can save the world by peter walker. Convenience and comfort as well as some clever lobbying have made the car the transportation method of choice for generations. Peter walkerreporter at the guardian and curator of its popular bike blogshows how the future of humanity depends on the bicycle. Uk coronavirus test with 20minute wait being trialled. Now a politics writer for the guardian, walker says bicycles can transform not just peoples health but the communities they live in.
Thats a myth that peter walker missed in his terrific guardian article, ten common myths about bike lanes and why theyre wrong. Peter cossins will be going full gas a history of cycling tactics, the cycling podcast boys will be doing an anthology of the cycling year and jamie smith will have american pro. Those of us with a cynical mindset might be put off by such optimism and the extravagant claim of the title. Covering the lycra louts to everyday bike commuters, a focus on the worlds obesity problem and the struggle to overcome the us vs. How cycling can save the world by peter walker evanston. Danish urban designer argues provision for cycling in the capital remains laughable, making it an undesirable place to live. Bike nation does read like an extended version of one of his blogs, but it has the bonus that it comes without comments added by anticycling trolls. Peter walkerreporter at the guardian and curator of its popular bike blog shows how the future of humanity depends on the bicycle. A conversation with peter walker, author of how cycling can save. I will now focus on one event per week rather than 35 each week. It contains information about every single worldtour race in the year, along with essays from.
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