- Paperback: 192 pages
- Publisher: Phoenix; New Ed edition (3 Mar 2005)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0753818515
- ISBN-13: 978-0753818510
- Product Dimensions: 1.9 x 12.7 x 19.7 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 527,874 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'This is an evocative and compelling account by an author who knows and loves his subject. Whether describing men, machines or races, Williams writes with understanding, sympathy and real authority. You sense the spirit of the times in his pages, and you almost smell the nitromethane that fired up those engines. But have a care - after reading it you may fine yourself driving faster. I did. (Alan Judd SUNDAY TELEGRAPH )
'Williams wears his knowledge and enthusiasm for such bygone days like a badge of honour..... beautifully and passionately written.' (David Tremayne THE INDEPENDENT )
' William's touch remains sure....... the glamour of the event still beguiles, almost half a century later.' (Alasdair Reid SUNDAY TIMES )
'The author presents us with a very human story - and a good yarn, too - that comes to life with interviews with the surviving drivers.' (Stuart Downward THE OBSERVER )
'Richard Williams's elegant narrative.' (Timothy Rice THE TIMES ) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
'Williams wears his knowledge and enthusiasm for such bygone days like a badge of honour..... beautifully and passionately written.' (David Tremayne THE INDEPENDENT )
' William's touch remains sure....... the glamour of the event still beguiles, almost half a century later.' (Alasdair Reid SUNDAY TIMES )
'The author presents us with a very human story - and a good yarn, too - that comes to life with interviews with the surviving drivers.' (Stuart Downward THE OBSERVER )
'Richard Williams's elegant narrative.' (Timothy Rice THE TIMES ) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Alasdair Reid, SUNDAY TIMES
' William's touch remains sure....... the glamour of the event still beguiles, almost half a century later.'
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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On the morning of the race, Stirling Moss woke at seven o'clock. Read the first page
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Concise but fascinating,
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This review is from: The Last Road Race : The 1957 Pescara Grand Prix (Hardcover)
Richard Williams investigates the "last road race" - the Pescara Grand Prix of 1957, held on the longest and arguably roughest circuit ever to be used in the World Championship.But this fascinating little book is far more than just a history of one race - it's a snapshot of racing at the crossroads, the red of Italy giving way to the green of Britain, the heroic road circuits giving way to the purpose-built short courses, the amateur giving way to the professional. Williams is thorough in his evocation of the atmosphere, the events, and the characters - he's interviewed the surviving drivers and includes their reminiscences, weaving anecdotes, historical fact and interpretation into a very readable narrative. This is accompanied by a selection of excellent (although rather small - it's not a big book!) Klementaski photographs that capture the atmosphere of the race perfectly. A splendid little book at a very sensible price. Leaves you wanting much, much more.
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This review is from: The Last Road Race : The 1957 Pescara Grand Prix (Hardcover)
I thought this was a wonderful book. It was full of insights in to an age where the racers were brave men and sportsmen. Fantastic fluent read. Loved it.
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This review is from: The Last Road Race : The 1957 Pescara Grand Prix (Hardcover)
Bought this book for my Husband who is a big motor racing fan and he was very pleased with it
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