This stunning coffee-table history of the famous Italian manufacturer and its bikes offers enthusiasts a fantastic story that spans a half-century. While the emphasis is on the engineering and design of the legendary motorcycles, this book also presents the stories of Ducati's engineers and designers, and the involvement of some of the biggest names in the history of motorcycle racing. Includes a marvelous mix of archival b&w and contemporary color photography. Hdbd., 10 x 10, 156 pgs., 75 b&w and 125 color ill.