A Wheel Within a Wheel: How I Learned to Ride the Bicycle

A Wheel Within a Wheel: How I Learned to Ride the Bicycle cover
Published1895
Chapters3

Contents

Frances Willard introduces her lifelong love of outdoor activity and her decision at age 53 to learn the bicycle despite doubts from friends.
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Willard describes the physical and mental challenges of learning to balance and ride, guided by patient trainers at Lady Henry Somerset estate in England.
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Willard reflects on the moral and philosophical lessons learned from mastering the bicycle, drawing parallels to broader life skills and freedom.
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