Reproduced for the first time in over 50 years, the classic tale from the birth of modern motor sportBehind the Scenes of Motor Racing is a tale of sporting chivalry, heroism and humour — but also one of tragedy through the loss of so many of the author’s friends and colleagues among the young drivers of the day.Ken Gregory, at the time “Britain’s most famous manager”, not only raced himself, but also became a racing car constructor with the Kieft Company, ...

River Channel Management is the first book to deal comprehensively with recent revolutions in river channel management. It explores the multi-disciplinary nature of river channel management in relation to modern management techniques that bear the background of the entire drainage basin in mind, use channel restoration where appropriate, and are designed to be sustainable.River Channel Management is divided into five sections:·The Introduction outlines the need for river c...

Murray Walker combines and enclyclopaedic knowlege of Grand Prix racing with an unbridled fanaticism that remains undimmed after more than half a century of race commentaries.In his personal tribute to the sport, he celebrates the most talented drivers of all time, the rivalries that have set his pulse racing and the circuits he finds the most inspiring.This updated edition of Murray Walker's Formula One Heroes gives an 'in a nutshell' appraisal of legends old and new from ...

It's pretty rare to come across a motor racing book that tempts you to read the thing in one sitting but "Prof" Watkins has produced a gem ... [he] is a superb raconteur, not afraid to speak him mind yet peppering the gravity with occasionally side-splitting humour. No true motorsport fan should be without this book.' AutosportGrand Prix racing has undergone sweeping changes in the last thirty years. Many of these involve safety and medical rescue. The man behind them - a ...

In the years since Sid Watkins' first bestselling book of Formula One memoirs, Life at the Limit, was published the sport has seen enormous changes. The FIA's President, Max Mosley, has launched a zero option policy with the goal of zero mortality and much research and development has gone into technical changes to the cars, circuit design, safety barrier development and personal protection in the cockpit. The Prof has been intimately involved with this work, and discusses it in d...

A story of true drive – now the topic of a major documentaryFounded in 1977 by Sir Frank Williams and Patrick Head, Williams F1 represents the last of the true independent teams; a company devoid of corporate dogma and run by enthusiasts driven by a love of racing and the satisfaction that comes with beating the rest of the world. Since its first Grand Prix victory at Silverstone on 14 July 1979, the team has won a further 116 GPs, delivered seven World Champions -...

A fascinating insider's look at life behind-the-scenes at Formula One.'An essential read' AUTOSPORT'A must for the real inside story' FORMULA 1 RACING**'**Recommended for anyone interested in F1 on the inside' MOTORING NEWSFormula One Grand Prix mechanic Steve Matchett takes the reader on a compelling journey through his life in the pit-lane, from his beginnings as a young apprentice, throug...

The hugely entertaining, and extremely candid, autobiography of one of the most colourful characters in motor sportHere's what readers say about AN INDEPENDENT MAN:'An entertaining read for any sports fan and a must read for all Formula 1 fans' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'It is the mixture of honesty, passion and humility that makes this such a good read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Eddie Jordan gave Michael Schumacher his first drive, and helped groom...

For as long as there have been automobiles, there have been courageous men and women with nerves of steel, willing to risk life and limb to race them.This book takes you on an inside look at one of the greatest racing sports of them all: F1. Let HistorCaps take you on a journey through the creation of the sport to what the future holds!HistoryCaps is an imprint of BookCaps Study Guides. With each book, a brief period of history is recapped. We publish a wide array of topics...

Created in 1950, the Formula One World Championship is the pinnacle of auto racing. The most popular form of motor sports on Earth, some of its marquee teams are known throughout the world, such as Ferrari, McLaren, and Lotus. Formula Ones glamorous outlook and incredible marketing power make one believe that it is a fantasy world of expensive machinery and super hero drivers, a dazzling array of lines and colors. But if one looks closer into the history of the world Championship, one will...

Jochen Rindt, was a Super F1 driver.IMHO Jochen Rindt is the best F1 Driver of all timesHe Died and was awarded the F1 Trophy posthumously.Motor Racing in the 1960s and 1970s was an exciting time and the sport was much different than it is today.Jochen Rindt for me was the pinnicle of a super sportsman and a great person, who lived in times that were much simplier .

Lewis Hamilton’s explosive arrival on the Formula 1 scene has made front-page headlines. In My Story, for the first time Lewis opens up about his stunning debut season, including the gripping climax to the 2007 F1 World Championship, as well as his dad Anthony, his home life and his early years. The only book with the real story, as told by Lewis.In his first season in F1, Lewis Hamilton has thrilled the world of motor racing. With victories in Canada, America and Hungary and Japan...