BILL REID

Bill Reid, notable escultor canadiense de origen haida, y Robert Bringhurst, poeta de la misma nacionalidad, especializado a su vez en la literatura de dicho pueblo, han recopilado en este libro lo que Reid modestamente denomina "versiones de refilon de los grandes relatos antiguos" pero que, en opinion de Claude Levi-Satrauss, no solo "siguen siendo muy fieles" sino que conservan "el gran encanto de estas historias maravillosas". "Fruto de una colaboracion inspirada entre artista y poeta", este libro narra algunos de los grandes mitos de los primitivos pobladores de la costa del Noroeste americano tal como han sido transmitidos durante siglos de forma oral y como le fueron relatados a Reid en su juventud, al tiempo que los ilustra con los dibujos, extremadamente refinados, del mismo, cuya obra escultorica tanto debe a los mismos personajes totemicos que los protagonizan, en especial el tramposo Cuervo.

Traditional Scottish liveries have long featured combinations of tartans, thistles, stags, piper and monograms on a strong background colour.Bonnie Scottish Trucks brings together 231 high quality photos of trucks operated by past and present Scottish companies, small firms and owner drivers who have used their vehicles as a means of attracting the eye of potential customers and as a matter of pride in the presentation of their business. To emphasise the ownership and purpose of the vehicle, the users name is emblazoned on the front and sides in shade lettering leaving the onlooker in no doubt. Although not exclusive to Scotland, this treatment seems to have been more prolific and has stood the test of time in Scotland.The beautiful vehicles featured in this book were spotted by author, Bill Reid around the country, in towns, in cattle markets, on the road, and anywhere else trucks or lorries can be found. This striking collection will appeal to drivers, road transport enthusiasts and in particular those with an interest in vintage commercial vehicles.