Grand Prix

An Illustrated History of Formula 1

Will Buxton

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Hardback

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English

Viking
20 August 2024

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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.

By: Will Buxton
Imprint: Viking
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 260mm, Width: 206mm, Spine: 25mm
Weight: 500g
ISBN: 9780241712443
ISBN 10: 0241712440
Pages: 240
Publication Date: 20 August 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Will Buxton is a British broadcast journalist who hosts the Formula 1 Group's digital content. Buxton's decades-long career has included commentating on Formula 1, Indycar, GP2, GP3, the Race of Champions, and the World Rally Championship for NBC, Fox, and the BBC. He has achieved global popularity through his role in the Neflix documentary series Formula 1- Drive to Survive.

Reviews for Grand Prix: An Illustrated History of Formula 1

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 *