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Sturgis Stories: Celebrating the People of the World's Largest Motorcycle Rally [Paperback]

Ann Ferrar (Foreword), Thomas G. Endras (Photographer)
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Publication Date: April 2002
Thousands of people from all corners of the world and all stripes of life converge on Sturgis, South Dakota, each August. They are hardcore bikers, white collar executives, professionals, biker beauties, motorcycle grandmas, Christian bikers, the curious, and many more. What is the magic? Why do they go? Tom Endres provides an answer and an insight in his profiles of the bikers themselves.

You may not know the people in "Sturgis Stories," but you will be drawn into their quirky biker subculture as you read their straight-from-the-heart stories.

A family-friendly book which you can leave on your coffee table for everyone to read.

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About the Author

Like most of the bikers who rally each August in Sturgis, South Dakota, author Tom Endres has another identity. He is Professor of Communication and Chair of the Communication Department at the University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, Minnesota.

Tom earned his Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota. He is the author of numberous articles published in communication journals. He has a chapter in Perry and Geist's "Courage of Conviction: Women's Words, Women's Wisdom."

An in-demand keynoter and seminar leader he has worked for corporations such as 3M, Honeywell, and Medtronic. He was named the "Jeanne Robertson Outstanding Professor" by the National Speakers Association.

An ardent motorcycle enthusiast, Tom conducted his interviews for "Sturgis Stories" from his classic 1980 Harley-Davidson Sportster XLH 1000. He is a member of H.O.G. (Harley Owners Group) and the Christian Motorcyclists Association.

Tom is married with three daughters.

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5.0 out of 5 stars An inspiring, eye opening book. Sep 22 2002
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Format:Paperback
This is a cool book. The author captures through pictures and words what it means to participate in the Sturgis Rally. Through more than 25 stories, the author introduces the reader to the many folks drawn to Sturgis; to the diversity of the rally goers; to their bikes; to the stories they share; and to the freedom that brings them together.

Through each story I learned a bit more about what leads people, from all walks of life, to gather and celebrate true freedom. The book includes stories from people with names like Mad Max, Papa Smurf, Boodan and Joker but also tells the story more average riders like Ron and Sharon. I like the way the stories drew me into the life of each rider, the way it included young and old, men and women, and all variety of bikes.

The book is as engaging to look at as it is to read. I gave a copy of the book as a gift to my Harley friend and he loved it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars An inspiring, eye opening book. Sep 22 2002
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Paperback
This is a cool book. The author captures through pictures and words what it means to participate in the Sturgis Rally. Through more than 25 stories, the author introduces the reader to the many folks drawn to Sturgis; to the diversity of the rally goers; to their bikes; to the stories they share; and to the freedom that brings them together.

Through each story I learned a bit more about what leads people, from all walks of life, to gather and celebrate true freedom. The book includes stories from people with names like Mad Max, Papa Smurf, Boodan and Joker but also tells the story more average riders like Ron and Sharon. I like the way the stories drew me into the life of each rider, the way it included young and old, men and women, and all variety of bikes.

The book is as engaging to look at as it is to read. I gave a copy of the book as a gift to my Harley friend and he loved it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Let's you live Sturgis without going there Nov 10 2006
By K. Boyer - Published on Amazon.com
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This book opened my eyes to the diversity of people who bike out to Sturgis every year. I'm not a biker, so the readings gave me the opportunity to learn a little more about the experience itself.

This book was written by a good friend of mine and I must say he did a great job. Thanks Tom
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