the good, the rad, and the gnarly : an illustrated history
Marcus, Ben
2011
Traces the history of the skateboard, with photographs profiling various boards from the earliest models to the most streamlined and interviews with influential skateboards and designers.
Contains color illustrations that showcase the art and design of skateboard decks, features comments from artists and graphic designers about their techniques and sources of inspiration, and includes photographs of skateboarders practicing their sport.
Presents an introduction to riding skateboards and scooters, including information on how to ride them, how they work, and tips on safety and safety equipment.
Three friends grieve over the loss of their friend, Adam, but they begin to question whether or not their friend is really dead when they each get text messages from him.