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Grand Prix Century Christopher Hilton

Grand Prix Century By Christopher Hilton

Grand Prix Century by Christopher Hilton


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Telling the story of the century of men and machines who pitted against each other, death riding at their elbow, and risking everything to win, this title celebrates 100 years of Grand Prix motor racing, from the first race in June 1906. It is suitable for the race fans and general readers.

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Grand Prix Century: The First 100 Years of the World's Most Glamorous and Dangerous Sport by Christopher Hilton

This is one of the greatest stories ever told - a century of men and machines pitted against each other, death riding at their elbow, risking everything to win. In this action-packed volume, now available in paperback, Christopher Hilton celebrates 100 years of Grand Prix motor racing, from the first race in June 1906, when horses towed the new-fangled cars to the grid, to the awesome technology of today. It will fascinate both the race fan and general readers, spreading the human story before them like a feast.

About Christopher Hilton

Christopher Hilton, respected motorsport historian, is the author of over 30 Haynes books, including highly successful and renowned biographies of Ayrton Senna and Michael Schumacher.

Table of Contents

Descriptions of every important race, every winner, and every leading driver. Essential statistics and evocative illustrations, many never published before. Original research, extraordinary detail. The rugged pioneers who shaped Grand Prix racing, and the 1920s chaps so careless of their mortality. The 1930s, when Hitler and Mussolini fought to have the best teams. Nuvolari, Varzi, Rosemeyer, Caracciola. The launch of the World Championship in 1950, the majesty of Fangio, the modest genius of Clark. Stewart and Lauda, Prost and Senna, leading to the unprecedented domination of Michael Schumacher and Ferrari.

Additional information

CIN1844259838G
9781844259830
1844259838
Grand Prix Century: The First 100 Years of the World's Most Glamorous and Dangerous Sport by Christopher Hilton
Used - Good
Paperback
J H Haynes & Co Ltd
2010-06-16
496
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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