Enzo Ferrari

Luca Dal Monte

ISBN 10: 1788404718 / ISBN 13: 9781788404716

Published by Octopus Publishing Group, GB, 2024

About this Item

**DAILY MAIL BOOK OF THE WEEK**Soon to be an AppleTV+ series, this is the definitive account of how Enzo Ferrari became the master of motor racing, and one of the most complex, important and imposing figures in the 20th century.The book draws upon years of original research, conducted in Italy and abroad, and unveils hidden aspects of Ferrari's career - from his early days as a racer, to how he founded the Ferrari company, and even his dealings with the Italian Fascist government and Communist leaders.Learn how Ferrari pushed his drivers to the brink of disaster, revolutionised the automobile industry and overcame family and company infighting on his rise to greatness.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Enzo Ferrari
• Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group, GB
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1788404718
• ISBN 13: 9781788404716
• Binding: Hardback
• Condition: New
• Dimensions: 15.24W x 4.45H x 22.86D centimeters 15.24 centimeters width by 4.45 centimeters height by 22.86 centimeters depth
• Weight: 828 grams

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Synopsis

Soon to be an AppleTV+ series, Enzo uncovers a wealth of new facts about the origins, ambitions, and private life of Enzo Ferrari.

Drawing on years of original research conducted in Italy and abroad, this book lays bare the hidden aspects of Ferrari's career. From his earliest failed business ventures, to his political dealings with Italy's fascist government, Allied occupiers, and even Communist leaders.

Revisit all the highlights of Ferrari's rise to greatness. Including his driving career in the 1920s, his management of racing teams for Alfa Romeo in the 1930s and the launch of his own company and team in the late 1940s.

A must have for Ferrari and Formula 1 fans, this definitive biography makes previous accounts obsolete.

About the Author

Luca Dal Monte, born in 1963 in Cremona, Italy, is an accomplished author and automotive industry veteran. After graduating with a degree in US history and political sciences, Luca served as the first Chief Press Officer for the Province of Cremona before launching his writing career. Beginning at Cremona's La Provincia newspaper, Luca's response to an ad by Corriere della Sera led to roles in Toyota, Pirelli, Ferrari, and Maserati. Starting at Toyota. His collaborative work with journalist Umberto Zapelloni led to his first book emerging in the early 2000s. This paved the way for more successes, including his debut fiction novel La Scuderia in 2009. Today, Enzo: The Definitive Biography stands as Luca's long-cherished project, offering a unique angle on Enzo Ferrari's legacy - a towering 20th-century figure.