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  • Published: 20 August 2024
  • ISBN: 9780241712443
  • Imprint: Viking
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 240
  • RRP: $55.00
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Grand Prix

An Illustrated History of Formula 1




A thrilling illustrated guide to Formula 1 racing, from its fascinating origins and inner workings to the top drivers of the twentieth century and today, from celebrated F1 journalist and breakout star of Netflix's Drive to Survive Will Buxton

In Grand Prix, celebrated broadcast journalist and commentator on Netflix's Formula 1: Drive to Survive Will Buxton chronicles the history of Formula 1, highlighting the achievements and stories of forty-five notable Formula 1 drivers and other key figures. Readers will be introduced to historical heroes like Formula 1’s first world champion, Giuseppe Farina, and Ferrari icon Niki Lauda, as well as modern-day legends like the iconic Lewis Hamilton and defending champion Max Verstappen. Spanning more than seventy years of Formula 1 – decades packed with incredible trials, stories, and lore – this captivating collection also contains features on car mechanics, tires, track design, the art and science of the pit stop, and more.

Filled with immersive and engaging information with illustrations as dynamic and bold as the daring sport itself, Grand Prix is the definitive introduction to the world's fastest sport.

  • Published: 20 August 2024
  • ISBN: 9780241712443
  • Imprint: Viking
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 240
  • RRP: $55.00
Categories:

Praise for Grand Prix

Who needs Google when you have Will Buxton. The most comprehensive, all-encompassing book on F1 to date. A joy to peruse

Brad Pitt

I’m a huge believer that sport is for everyone and that you’re allowed to love it for any reason you want. No one should ever feel left out just because they’ve only just got into a sport. Will has reached legendary status for his dramatic narration on Netflix’s Drive To Survive. He’s knowledgeable and authoritative but always welcoming of new people who might fall in love with his favourite sport. This book is perfect for newcomers who want to take their F1 obsession to the next level and for the die-hards, it’s a brilliant potted history of the most fascinating and bonkers sport on the planet

Greg James

Will brings his boyish enthusiasm and depth of knowledge together to bring this fascinating, exciting and completely connectable book on Formula One. A must for all Formula One fans

Tom Kerridge

Having been lucky enough to share F1 pitlanes and paddocks of the world with Will, I know how much he loves the sport and the history that goes with it. This is an invaluable book for newcomers and established fans of the greatest sport on the planet. Will, with his love of the sport, is the perfect guy to guide you through it

Jake Humphrey

As someone who knows a thing or two about speed, I can attest that this book captures the essence of what makes Formula 1 so captivating—it’s a must-read for anyone who shares my love for the rush of going fast

Lindsey Vonn

In this carefully researched book about the yesterdays and todays of F1, Will Buxton breaks it down decade by decade. He’s got every ingredient in this book, creating a valuable and welcome addition to the library of any lifelong F1 fan, as well as for any curious individual new to the world of F1

Mario Andretti

Will Buxton is a passionate observer and interpreter of the amazing world of Formula 1 and brings color and clarity to fans both old and new. Grand Prix is everything you want and need to know about F1

Jerry Bruckheimer

F1 is one of the greatest and most thrilling sports in the world and Will Buxton has been instrumental in bringing it to a new generation. This book takes you back in time, honoring the champions we grew up with who made the sport what it is today!

Gordon Ramsey

Will Buxton’s insights on F1 history are second to none. Will is regarded as one of the best journalists in F1 and he has the privilege of working with the drivers, engineers, and owners of all the teams. As an F1 superfan myself, I felt as if I knew everything there was to know about the sport. But this book gave me so much more

Alfonso Ribeiro

With Grand Prix, Will Buxton has provided every F1 fan, including myself, the ultimate companion to enjoying one of the fastest and most fascinating sports on the planet

Joseph Kosinski

Pride. Power. Passion. These combined create perfection in Formula 1. I love this game! And I love this book

Patrice Evra

The guy who got so many of us hooked on Formula 1 today has turned his attention to getting us hooked on everything that got us to this point. Grand Prix introduced me to so many stories I never knew, and so many races I want to go back and watch

Jannik Sinner

There’s nothing like the buzz of a Grand Prix and nothing like the passion of its incredible fans. Will Buxton has played a huge role in telling the modern story of F1 to us all, but here he takes us on a journey to the past. It’s the ultimate guide to the greatest sport

Martin Garrix
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