From 1915 through the early 1920s, American auto racing experienced rapid and exciting change. Competition by European vehicles forced American car manufacturers to incorporate new features, resulting in legendary engineering triumphs (and, essentially, works of art). Some of the greatest drivers in racing history were active during this time-Ralph DePalma, Dario Resta, Eddie Rickenbacker, the Chevrolet brothers, Jimmy Murphy.This history recalls the era's cigar-shaped speedway specials and monumental board tracks, the heavy-footed drivers, fearless mechanics, gifted engineers and enthusiastic backers.

Seller Inventory # LU-9781476672724

Contact seller

Report this item

Bibliographic Details

Title: Auto Racing in the Shadow of the Great War
Publisher: McFarland and Co Inc, US
Publication Date: 2019
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1476672725
ISBN 13: 9781476672724
Binding: Paperback
Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis

From 1915 through the early 1920s, American auto racing experienced rapid and exciting change. Competition by European vehicles forced American car manufacturers to incorporate new features, resulting in legendary engineering triumphs (and, essentially, works of art). Some of the greatest drivers in racing history were active during this time--Ralph DePalma, Dario Resta, Eddie Rickenbacker, the Chevrolet brothers, Jimmy Murphy.

Presenting dozens of races in detail and a wealth of engineering specs, this history recalls the era's cigar-shaped speedway specials and monumental board tracks, the heavy-footed drivers, fearless mechanics, gifted engineers and enthusiastic backers.

About the Author

Robert Dick is a historian in mechanical engineering and automotive matters. He lives in Germany.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Store Description

Visit Seller's Storefront

Seller's business information

RAREWAVES.COM LIMITED
Elsley Court, 20-22 Great Titchfield Street, London, W1W 8BE, United Kingdom

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

Shipping Terms

Please note that we do not offer Priority shipping to any country.

We currently do not ship to the below countries:

Russia
Belarus
Ukraine
Israel

Please do not attempt to place orders with any of these countries as a ship to address - they will be cancelled.

Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.

Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Order quantity	60 to 60 business days	60 to 60 business days
First item	US$ 89.74	US$ 138.07

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.