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Lewis Hamilton A Portrait Of Britains New F1 Star
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Lewis Hamilton has provided one of the most sensational debuts in Formula 1 history, and has become a household name and front-page news around the world. Right from the start of the 2007 F1 season Hamilton caused a huge stir, finishing third in his first race and then scoring his maiden victory, in the Canadian Grand Prix, in only his sixth race. The 22-year-old Englishman has revitalised F1 his lack of arrogance and cool-headedness seem at odds with the traditional make-up of Formula 1 stars, and his supreme confidence, self-control and natural talent suggest that his status as a sporting icon is already assured.
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Long Way Down
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Long Way Down is the latest motorbike adventure with Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman. After their internationally acclaimed trip round the world in 2004, the boys just couldnt shake the travel bug. And after a UNICEF organised visit to Africa, they knew they had to go back and tackle the spectacular but unforgiving terrain. Hardback, 320pp.
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Barry - The Story Of Barry Sheene
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This is The Story Of Barry Sheene, a book that promises to be the definitive review of his life, written by the people who knew him better than anybody. A recent survey by MCN revealed that Barry is still the most famous ever motorcycling personality. This book has been written by ex-racer and motorcycle commentator Steve Stavros Parrish, one of Barrys closest pals and a man with a wealth of stories about his legendary compatriot. In telling the story of Barrys life, Parrish is assisted by one of Sheenes greatest fans, commentator Nick Harris. The authors also collaborated with Stephanie Sheene who reveals Barrys insecurities, details of their family life and Barrys brave fight against cancer.
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History Of The Clubmans TT Races 47-56
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Everyone with an interest in motorcycle racing, or in motorcycles of the Classic era, has heard of the Clubmans TT. This book gives a race-by-race account of the series, with full race results, a full list of all the riders and their entrant clubs, supplemented by many photographs illustrating the breadth of talent and machines that were pitted against the world-famous TT Mountain Course. By F Pidcock amp B Snelling. Paperback. 264 pages. 26cm x 19cm
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100 Years Of Brooklands
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Prior to 1907, motor-sport was banned on public roads within the UK, forcing drivers to enter races in Europe. To address this situation, Hugh Fortescue Locke-King decided to transform 320 acres of his Brooklands estate near Weybridge in Surrey into the worlds first purpose-built race track, the Brooklands Motor Course. From its opening in July 1907 until the outbreak of the Second World War it became the spiritual home of British motor sport, where numerous world speed and endurance records were established on both two and four wheels. The large area inside the track soon found another purpose - aviation. It was here in 1908 that Alliott Verdon Roe achieved the first flight in a British-built aircraft and, in 1915 Vickers began aircraft production, an industry that would expand and...
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The Edge Of Greatness
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Michael Schumacher is the outstanding Formula One driver of his generation and, statistically, the greatest ever. Gifted with a rare blend of superior ability and nerve that defines a champion, his performances have captured the imagination of fans all over the world. For 15 seasons, he has left rivals trailing in his wake, winning an unprecedented seven world drivers championships. But he is a controversial figure, feared for his ruthless tactics, despised for using extreme methods in pursuit of his goals. quotThe Edge of Greatnessquot examines Schumachers entire career from his first Grand Prix with Jordan to his Benetton world championships and his attempt to win back Ferraris first world championship for 21 years. It tells the story behind Schumachers record five consecutive world...
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Winning Is Not Enough
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Sir Jackie Stewart is a man of immense charisma and integrity and is one of the most highly regarded names in global sport - winner of three F1 World Championships, 27 Grand Prix and ranked in the top five drivers of all time. On retiring from the circuit, he went on to build an equally impressive international business career. In the 1960s and into the 70s, with his black cap, sideburns and aviator shades, Jackie Stewart was an unmistakable icon in a glorious era of style, glamour and speed. On the track, his story is one of drama, excitement, tragedy, controversy, celebrity, danger and massive success. Beyond the sport his life is a compelling tale of battling against the odds and achieving world-wide recognition as an outstanding sportsman, a role model and a highly accomplished and...
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Signed A Lifetime In A Race
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A signed hardback copy of Mathew Pinsents book, A Lifetime In A Race. The book is Mathews autobiography and includes the his story of his fourth Olympic gold medal, won in Athens 2004.
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Signed Geoff Duke The Stylish Champion
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This is the story of the man who set new standards and dominated the World Championship scene, first on British Nortons and later Italian Gileras, during the first half of the 1950s, gaining six titles in all. Duke was the first man to win three 500cc world titles in succession and only the second motorcyclist to be honoured with an OBE. The book is lavishly illustrated with many previously unpublished photographs, making it a must-read for any motorcycling fan. Hardback. 256 pages. by Mick Walker. To make this edition of the book even more special, it is hand signed by the man himself, Geoff Duke.
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Top Gear My Dad Had One Of Those
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Good old dad and his good old Dads car. As solid and dependable as the man himself, if a little less balding. Dads car was like a member of the family. Like the man behind the wheel, Dads car made you feel safe and secure, because it was as reassuring and sensible as he was. Maybe in an idle moment Dad dreamt of driving something rakish and fast, just like in idle moments he dreamt that your mum was Twiggy. Spanning the 1950s to the 80s, this is a celebration of the heyday of the Dad car. From much loved family workhorses like the Ford Cortina and Vauxhall Viva to the rakish excitement and playground kudos of the Rover 3500 and Citroen CX. Reflecting a time before people carriers and lifestyle off roaders, when the nearest thing to an airbag was hiding behind your fat brother, this...
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