Marguerite Wilson - The First Star of Women's Cycling
Marguerite wrote extensively about her cycling, and her articles were published throughout the cycling press. These first-hand accounts offer not only an insight into her cycling, but also her natural charm, wit and intelligence. Six of her contemporaries write eloquently of her achievements. William brings all this together with a biographical account of her cycling career and time with BOAC. He also gives an insight into club cycling in the 1930s and the development of organised women's competition with the formation of the Women's Road Records Association (WRRA). This stylish book predominantly in black and white has 132 pages and is richly illustrated with 121 photographs. I hope you will enjoy learning more about Marguerite and please do share on social media.
About the authorWilliam Wilson studied medicine at St George's Hospital, London and is a GP in Dorset. He rode his first time trail with the Bournemouth Arrow in 1978. Riding with CC Weymouth, he serves as welfare officer and has competed in time trials, long distance triathlon and cross country mountain bike racing. A Poole boy; he has combined local knowledge, his family connection and interest in cycling to produce this book in collaboration with a number of leading cycling historians.
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Eileen SheridanInspired by Marguerite, Eileen became one of our greatest cyclists. This book is graced by her contribution, Eileen writes warmly of Marguerite a great friend and inspiration.
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Ethel BramblebyFriend and fellow competitor, Ethel Brambleby was a lifelong campaigner for women's participation in cycle sport.
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Evelyn ParksEvelyn Parks was influential in the development of women's cycling in the 30s. She writes with admiration about Marguerites land's End to John o'Groats ride.
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Ron TrillFormer classmate and himself a lifelong cyclist, Ron wrote a charming account of a chance encounter with Marguerite on her bicycle.
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