Lyra Bicyclica: Forty Poets On The Wheel (1880) is a collection of poems written by forty different poets on the theme of cycling. The poems were compiled and edited by Joseph Grinnell Dalton and published in 1880. The book features a variety of styles and perspectives on cycling, from humorous and lighthearted to serious and philosophical. Some of the poems celebrate the freedom and joy of cycling, while others explore the challenges and dangers of the sport. The book also includes several illustrations and photographs of bicycles and cyclists from the era. Overall, Lyra Bicyclica is a unique and fascinating glimpse into the early days of cycling and the culture that surrounded it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.