Get instant access to the history, technology, drivers, rivalries, racing circuits, and business of Formula 1 in this beautifully designed and illustrated essential guide from Motorbooks’ Speed Read series.
The world racing championship that now encompasses 20 (and counting) annual races across five continents started in the European racing scene between the first and second world wars. It’s been a long road from the early races held in redundant airfields bounded by old oil drums to today’s extravagant spectacles–a road marked by glory, championships, iteration, technology, and speed.
In sections divided by topic, you’ll find the
history of the sport,
biographies of major drivers and figures who have dominated the sport’s long and storied history, a
rundown of the incredible technology that makes its cars so fast, an account of
racing accidents and the
safety measures they inspired, and more.
Each section ends with a
glossary of related terms, and
informational sidebars provide fun facts, historical tidbits, and mini-bios of key people in Formula 1.
Sleek illustrations of the cars, technology, and drivers impart the visual feel of F1 throughout.
With Motorbooks’
Speed Read series,
become an instant expert in a range of fast-moving subjects, from Formula 1 racing to the Tour de France. Accessible language, compartmentalized sections, fact-filled sidebars, glossaries of key terms, and event timelines deliver quick access to insider knowledge. Their brightly colored covers, modern design, pop art-inspired illustrations, and handy size make them perfect on-the-go reads.
Author: Stuart Codling
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Motorbooks International
Published: 10/10/2017
Series: Speed Read #1
Pages: 160
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 8.80h x 6.50w x 0.70d
ISBN: 9780760355626
Language: English
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