Formula 1 LegendsF1 Legends Ayrton Senna
Ayrton Senna is widely regarded as the best driver ever. Although he has only been World Champion three times (versus four times for Prost and five times for Fangio and Schumacher), he still holds the world record for pole-positions (65), a true example of his extreme style.Illustrated biography of a legendThis illustrated biography looks back to his childhood in Sao Paolo, his first steps in motor racing and his career in F1.Like the man himself, the book delivers comprehensively what fans of F1 really want. The book features several hundred photographs and a dozen car drawings, as well as interviews of key people related to Ayrton Senna's career.F1 Legends Ayrton Senna by Pierre Menard ISBN: 2847070443 Formula 1: The AutobiographyFor the first time, the enthralling history of one of the world's greatest sporting spectacles is told by its leading players - Jackie Stewart, Michael Schumacher, Juan Pablo Montoya, Ayrton Senna, and many others - the Formula 1 drivers, team bosses, designers, pit crews, journalists, spouses, lovers, camp followers, and fans.Beautifully illustratedA beautifully illustrated and hugely ambitious project, assembled by a group of top journalists who have all covered the sport for years, this compendium is packed with action photography. Often controversial viewpoints come directly from those who act out the life-and-death dramas on the road. The chronicle starts with the grainy photos and rare memoirs of pioneering days a century ago, using the words of the men who began it all, such as Karl Benz and Sir Henry Segrave. Year by year, event by thrilling event, follow the innovations in car technology and racing technique to today's high-tech, high-finance, high-danger game; where grime and glitz, pain and passion are a way of life.Formula 1: The AutobiographyThe photo cavalcade puts you into the driver's seat in fiery crashes and finish-line celebrations. Rare behind-the-scenes sessions and a collector-quality gallery of the most famous driving machines of all time are part of the excitement.Formula 1: The Autobiography by Gerald Donaldson ISBN: 0297843087 More information Absolute Facts Automotive |
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Ayrton Senna is widely regarded as the best driver ever. Although he has only been World Champion three times (versus four times for Prost and five times for Fangio and Schumacher), he still holds the world record for pole-positions (65), a true example of his extreme style.