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Formula One Racing For Dummies Jonathan Noble

Formula One Racing For Dummies By Jonathan Noble

Formula One Racing For Dummies by Jonathan Noble


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Summary

Addresses the strategy, technology, and spirit needed to win a Formula One race. This book covers every angle of a race weekend from scrutineering to pitstops to podium. It helps discover how to: identify race strategies; understand the role of each team member; learn the rules and regulations;and appreciate a car's design.

Formula One Racing For Dummies Summary

Formula One Racing For Dummies by Jonathan Noble

This book contains colour photos that highlight the sheer spectacle of Formula One[trademark]. Get to know what Formula One racing is all about. This book delves into the strategy, technology, and spirit needed to win a Formula One race. Every angle of a race weekend is covered in detail, from scrutineering to pitstops to podium. You'll also read about the rivalries and politics that have turned the sport into a global televised drama. Illustrated with colour photographs, "Formula One Racing For Dummies" will serve the die hard spectator or armchair fan alike. This book helps discover how to: identify race strategies; understand the role of each team member; master the latest rules and regulations; appreciate a Formula One car's cutting edge design; enjoy Formula One from the stands and on TV 'The Dummies Way'; explanations in plain English "Get in, get out" information; icons and other navigational aids; tear out cheat sheet; top ten lists; and a dash of humour and fun.

Formula One Racing For Dummies Reviews

"...ideal for both newcomers and fanatics, it's simple explanation of the complex rule changes make it essential reading..." (Dorset Echo, 19 November 03) "...filled with the strategies, politics and rivalries that have turned the sport into a global drama...essential reading..." (William Hill.com, November 03) "...ideal for both newcomers and fanatics...essential reading..." (Western Morning News, November 03) "...an excellent guide to how everything in the world of F1 operates..." (Top Gear Onlne, Nov 03) "...essential reading for this years race...simple yet comprehensive explanations on all aspects of the sport..." (Greenock telegraph, Nov 03) "...Jonathan Noble and mark Hughes are to be congratulated on producing such an excellent, easy-to-understand insider's guide to understanding Formula One..." (Derby Evening Telegraph, 12 December 2003) "...an irreverent but highly informative look at the glory that is - and was - Great Brirtain..." (Shields Gazette, December 2003) "...ideal for people who want to know all about the support...makes a perfect gift..." (Performance BMW, January 2004) "...the format is bright and chatty and easily browsed..." (Yorkshire Post, November 2003) "...packed with anecdotes and facts about the sport...written in an easy to understand way..." (Miniworld, Feb 04) "...the info is of high quality, and offers much to fans...an excellent guide..." (Motorsport, Jan 04) "...ideal for both newcomers and fanatics...a good all-round concept of the sport..." (Chelmsford Weekly News, Dec 03) "...ideal for people who want to know all about the sport..." (Ignition, Dec 03) "...apart from the depth and simplicity of its information, the book's strength is its user-friendly index...the perfect dipper's guide..." (Worcester Evening News, January 04) "...an insiders guide to the racing scene, ideal for both newcomers to the event and its fanatical followers..." (York Evening press, February 04) "...Formula One Racing For Dummies? Instant expert, more like..." (Newcastle Herald, 14 February 2004) "...another high quality addition to the series...highly recommended..." (M2 Best Books, May 04)

About Jonathan Noble

Jonathan Noble is Grand Prix Editor for Autosport magazine, the world's foremost motor sport publication. Mark Hughes is a Grand Prix writer for Autosport magazine.

Table of Contents

Introduction; PART I. FORMULA 1: ZIPPING/SPEEDING/CAREENING THROUGH THE BASICS; Chapter 1. Just the Formula 1 Facts, Man; Chapter 2. The Most Popular Sport in the World (20 pages); Chapter 3. The Big Business of Formula 1; Chapter 4. Following The Rule Book; PART II. TEAMS, DRIVERS, AND THEIR CARS; Chapter 5. What Makes It Formula 1 (Understanding the F1 Racecar/Go Carts on Steroids: The Inner Workings of an F1 Car); Chapter 6. The Race Team; Chapter 7. Who's In The Driver's Seat?; PART III. WHAT HAPPENS ON (AND OFF) THE TRACK; Chapter 8. Getting In The Race; Chapter 9. Race Day Strategies; Chapter 10. Pit Stops; Chapter 11. Winning It All; Chapter 12. Safety In Formula 1; PART IV. UNDERSTANDING FORMULA 1 TRACKS; Chapter 13. Track Basics and Racing Circuits; Chapter 14. Track and Driver; Chapter 15. A Look At Each Circuit; Chapter 16. Going To A Race; Chapter 17. Following Formula 1 Events; PART VI. THE PART OF TENS; Chapter 18. The Greatest Drivers Of All Time; Chapter 19. The Ten Best Races In History; Chapter 20. The Ten Things Not To Miss During The Season; Chapter 21. Ten Famous Names From The Past (team bosses and drivers); Chapter 22. Formula 1's Future Stars; PART VII: APPENDIXES; Appendix A. Formula 1 Jargon; Appendix B. Formula 1 Records.

Additional information

GOR001412396
9780764570155
0764570153
Formula One Racing For Dummies by Jonathan Noble
Used - Very Good
Paperback
John Wiley & Sons Inc
2003-10-17
294
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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 very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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