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The Death of Ayrton Senna [Kindle Edition]

Richard Williams (Author)
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Richard Williams leaves no stone unturned as he examines the life and the untimely death of Formula One legend Ayrton Senna.; he gets deep into the psyche of this complex Brazilian as he analyses his character and attempts to discover the reasons behind the driver's burning desire to win. It was, Williams believes, a desire which a precious few drivers have--an inherent belief within Senna that he had the divine right to victory.

Senna's faults are covered as equally as the good side to his persona, and the author manages to accurately define the Brazilian hero's character like no other has.

The events leading up to and in the months and years following Senna's fatal crash at the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix are examined in detail. The views of various experts and Formula One drivers are revealed in the book and many of their thoughts about the remarkable driver make a fascinating read.

Williams gets closer than anyone else to producing the ultimate story of a racing driver whose thirst for success and unparalleled ability led him to the heights of his chosen discipline--and ultimately his death.

This all-encompassing examination of the death of a superstar and a legend in his own right is an intimate yet pragmatic volume that will satisfy the reader's desire to discover the explanations of what really led to the death of the most thrilling driver of modern times.

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'This book does full and elegant justice to Formula One's greatest driver and wiliest tactician. "Few people really know me", Senna once said. Williams comes very, very close' Mail on Sunday 'Not just an insightful and pragmatic assessment of Senna as driver and complex human being, but a thorough examination of that grim weekend for F1' Financial Times 'A masterly portrait--literate, poignant and truth-seeking' Scotland on Sunday
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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
A cut above 11 Sep 2002
Format:Paperback
There are many books about the dangers of F1 and this particular tragedy, but none that I've read have come close to this. Not only is it an eloquent analysis of the accident, the trials and the subsequent changes made in Formula One, but it is also a poignant reminder of what Senna meant to the F1 world and to the people of his native Brazil. Williams covers every angle - he does not try to deify Senna, yet he still manages to write a fitting testimony to one of the greatest drivers in F1 history.

For the F1 fan, an excellent read, one which I highly recommend, but for the Senna fan, an absolutely essential book - you will never read anything that paints a truer picture of your hero.

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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Having started my obsession in F1 in '95, I had only known of Senna from his reputation and acomplishments. I wanted to know more about the man who's name is still used as the benchmark for modern F1 champions. I finished this book in 1 day, I couldn't stop reading it.

This book is a traditional biography but at the same time goes into lap by lap motorsport journalism for the most significant grand prix encounters.

There are some very funny episodes in the book, mostly concerning Senna's rivalry with Prost but the overall tone is that of sadness, of a man who fully realises his own kismet but is helpless in avoiding the inevitable. The account of his funeral is very moving.

The book explores his personal motivations and beliefs, his upbringing and purpose. The last third of the book concentrates on the 9 minutes leading upto his death, the ensuing trial and repercussions.

I would recomend this book to anyone, racing fan or not, it a beautifuly written testiment to a gifted genius.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Racing in his blood 14 July 2011
By Stacker
Format:Paperback
Although this is by no means the most extensive tome written about Ayrton, it is certainly one of the best. Richard Williams has an easy, highly readable style. So much so in fact, that I finished reading this book, in two days.

The book covers the intense rivalry with Alain Prost, the importance of Ayrtons family to him, and his career, his faith, and the fallout from his death. The book is far superior to anything Christopher Hilton ever wrote, and has consistently good reviews, from motor racing journalists.

A must!!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Very Good Read
As other reviewers have observed, this is an accessible and engaging read. It is a fairly short book so doesn't delve perhaps as deeply as other Senna biographies but still manages... Read more
Published 4 months ago by G M Brady
Excellent book!
I highly recommend this book to those who are interested in finding more about Senna's complex personality. Very well written. I finished it in two days.
Published 7 months ago by reader 211
Excellent writing
Once again, somebody tells us Ayrton's story, but in a much more elegant and acute style. Good writing and some never-heard-before stories. Good book.
Published 11 months ago by Nickie Nick
Poor choice of title
I bought this book in the vain hope it would shed some light on the actual crash with perhaps telemetry readings and subsequent investigation. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Senna Fan
Outstanding
Brilliant, facinating, and informative from start to finish. For those who have never appreciated the genius of this Man, then this is a must read. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Neil Mackie
Excellent book by an excellent writer
I've read quite widely on Senna but this book is really one of the best. Written in the months after Senna's death it captures some really unique events. Read more
Published 17 months ago by AP
A real page turner
Having read a number of the existing Senna books, I was expecting a little repetition but thankfully there is little regurgitation of existing information. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Mr. R. C. McLean
could be better..
As a relative newcomer to Formula 1 who wanted to find out a bit about its history, this book was not too complicated a read which didn't get too bogged down with technical jargon. Read more
Published on 8 Sep 2006 by Sarah Louise Shields
Amazing insight into the man
Richard Williams has structured this book very well. He dips back and forth in time, building up a well rounded picture of this complicated man and his incredible talent. Read more
Published on 1 Jan 2005 by William Mager
A book with heart and soul
This book doesn't dwell on a race by race description of Senna's glittering career - instead we get an insight into the mind of the man, his motivations, his hopes and dreams. Read more
Published on 25 May 2004 by William Mager
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