- Hardcover: 152 pages
- Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson, London; First Edition edition (11 Mar 2004)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0297645587
- ISBN-13: 978-0297645580
- Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 14 x 2.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 180,918 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 )
'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 )
Alasdair Reid, SUNDAY TIMES
' William's touch remains sure....... the glamour of the event still beguiles, almost half a century later.'
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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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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format: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.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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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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Bought this book for my Husband who is a big motor racing fan and he was very pleased with it
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A Superb Book
I thoroughly enjoyed this book . I still have a very dog -eared copy of ' Motor Sport' containing the incomparable ' Jenks ' account of this race . Read more
Published 1 month ago by Terry J
One of the best
I cannot recommend this little book enough and I have now bought three copies as I keep lending it out to fellow motoring enthusiasts, some of whom are rather slow at returning it! Read more
Published 5 months ago by Colin A
Captures an era
This is an excellent book and provides a convincing sense of the era. Descriptions of the setting for the race, the landscape and preparations remain interesting, while the... Read more
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Perfection
Bought this book a couple of years ago. Waited for a good warm day, took the book down the garden, along with a crate of cold beer to keep me refreshed, and read it from start to... Read more
Published 11 months ago by WakeyJ
The Last Road Race
I bought this for my husband, as he is seriously into motorsport. He couldn't put it down, he loved it. Read more
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