Grand Prix, 9780241712443
Hardcover
Formula 1 history: heroes, legends, and the thrilling, high-octane sport.
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Grand Prix

an illustrated history of formula 1

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  • Hardcover

    240 pages

  • Release Date

    20 August 2024

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Summary

Grand Prix: A Chronicle of Formula 1 Legends

In Grand Prix, Will Buxton chronicles the history of Formula 1, highlighting the achievements and stories of forty-five notable Formula 1 drivers and other key figures. Readers will be introduced to historical heroes like Formula 1’s first world champion, Giuseppe Farina, and Ferrari icon Niki Lauda, as well as modern-day legends like the iconic Lewis Hamilton and defending champion Max Verstappen.

Spanning more than seventy years…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780241712443
ISBN-10:0241712440
Author:Will Buxton
Publisher:Penguin Books Ltd
Imprint:Viking
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:240
Release Date:20 August 2024
Weight:500g
Dimensions:260mm x 206mm x 25mm
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Critics Review

Who needs Google when you have Will Buxton. The most comprehensive, all-encompassing book on F1 to date. A joy to peruse * Brad Pitt *I’m a huge believer that sport is for everyone and that you’re allowed to love it for any reason you want. No one should ever feel left out just because they’ve only just got into a sport. Will has reached legendary status for his dramatic narration on Netflix’s Drive To Survive. He’s knowledgeable and authoritative but always welcoming of new people who might fall in love with his favourite sport. This book is perfect for newcomers who want to take their F1 obsession to the next level and for the die-hards, it’s a brilliant potted history of the most fascinating and bonkers sport on the planet * Greg James *Will brings his boyish enthusiasm and depth of knowledge together to bring this fascinating, exciting and completely connectable book on Formula One. A must for all Formula One fans * Tom Kerridge *Having been lucky enough to share F1 pitlanes and paddocks of the world with Will, I know how much he loves the sport and the history that goes with it. This is an invaluable book for newcomers and established fans of the greatest sport on the planet. Will, with his love of the sport, is the perfect guy to guide you through it * Jake Humphrey *

About The Author

Will Buxton

Will Buxton is a British broadcast journalist who hosts the Formula 1 Group’s digital content. Buxton’s decades-long career has included commentating on Formula 1, Indycar, GP2, GP3, the Race of Champions, and the World Rally Championship for NBC, Fox, and the BBC. He has achieved global popularity through his role in the Netflix documentary series Formula 1 - Drive to Survive.

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