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'a lesson in sheer determination' Motorsport News
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Perry McCarthy decided at the age of 18 that he wanted to reach the top in the world's most expensive sport. With no racing experience, no cash, and little going for him except a passion for speed, the exuberant Cockney shouldn't have stood a chance. He never gave up, however, and his relentless search for backing and recognition led the man "The Times" dubbed 'the world's unluckiest racing driver' to heroic, often hilarious and sometimes heartbreaking efforts to make it into Formula 1. This is his autobiography.
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30 of 30 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Hands up. I'd never heard of Perry McCarthy before. I stumbled over this book whilst searching for something else on Amazon.
It's a stumble I was very happy to make because I simply love his book. It's extremely well written - from the heart.
From the moment I had read the first few pages, I knew I'd have trouble putting it down. It's a terrific tale of one man's desire/dream to succeed in motor racing/F1.
Perry will have you gripped on every page. You'll either be laughing, welling up or feeling anxious awaiting the outcome.
His one-liners are great. He lets his imagination run wild.
I could never in a million years have dreamt up the scams he did.
He's a true talent - not only to racing but to writing too.
I sincerely hope that he writes a follow up to this one.
It's a stumble I was very happy to make because I simply love his book. It's extremely well written - from the heart.
From the moment I had read the first few pages, I knew I'd have trouble putting it down. It's a terrific tale of one man's desire/dream to succeed in motor racing/F1.
Perry will have you gripped on every page. You'll either be laughing, welling up or feeling anxious awaiting the outcome.
His one-liners are great. He lets his imagination run wild.
I could never in a million years have dreamt up the scams he did.
He's a true talent - not only to racing but to writing too.
I sincerely hope that he writes a follow up to this one.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This has to be one of the funniest books i have ever read. A great read which can make you laugh and cry and somtimes at the ame time; i would suggest it to anyone. Great for the F1 fan and a great book even for people who might not normally like motor sports.
I was to young to remember Perry in F1, so i read this book in aim of finding out about the Top Gear Stig. Yet i found this i learnt more about F1 drivers, what it takes to be one, and how hard it can be from this book than from any other i have ever read.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is such an hilarious biography, whether you are laughing with or at Perry you just will not be able to put it down. There is no doubt at all Perry is a fantastic driver as he is a story-teller and whether he finally does get a drive again, I can't wait to find out . . . but in the meantime let this book take you on the unique roller coaster of 'Perry World', yes it is a bit like Wayne's World and there must be a movie to be made too! (...)
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He could have been a contender, but instead he was an idiot
Perry McCarthy would have you believe that the reason he wasn't a Formula 1 world champion was due to bad luck, fate and other people conspiring against him. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Mr. K. J. Santi
Magnificent
I bought this book for my Dad at christmas, as he's a big motorsport fan. He read it, and loved it. Then it was forgotten up until last week, when i didn't quite get the A-level... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Thomas H. Atkinson
An Entertaining Book
This autobiography of Perry McCarthy is a wonderful roar through his life. He tells his story of how he started out in racing at a fairly late age, his continuous battle to raise... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Howard Wright
The original Stig!
Don't want to add much more to the reviews already written - he's funny, he's a good writer, he tells it like it is - rubbing shoulders with the Formula 1 Big Boys.... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Tarot Scribe
Great book Perry!
Really enjoyed this book. Great to see someone struggle to get to the top of the game, even if the money etc didn't follow. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Club Racer
The side of motor racing unknown to most fans
The book takes us through Perry McCarthy's racing biography and does a creditable job of showing that it's not all easy and fun. Read more
Published 22 months ago by AK
Pole Position
What a great read . Perry McCarthy seems the type of bloke you would love to spend the evening down the pub talking too. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Pub Landlord
Flat Out, Flat Broke
This book is wonderful! I love it from the first page. As I live in BiH delivery took seven days. I recommend it to every F1 fan!
Published on 22 Feb 2010 by Mihajlo Zahorodni
Heartbreakingly funny
This book had me howling with laughter, and tears rolling down my cheeks. It's the sort of book that makes you realise the dedication (and finance) that is required to reach to... Read more
Published on 27 Nov 2007 by Kaz
Spoilt by McCarthy's idiocy
This book came highly recommended, though I'm pleased to say I got my copy for nothing - there was a box full of them in my local Audi dealership and they gave me a copy. Read more
Published on 21 Sep 2007 by pint6x
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