World Encyclopaedia of Racing Drivers: The definitive reference to the lives and achievements of 2,500 international racing drivers

Higham, Peter

ISBN 10: 184425433X / ISBN 13: 9781844254330

Published by Haynes Publishing, Sparkford, Yeovil, 2013

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Three volume set in slipcase. Publishers cloth in original dustwrappers. A near fine set with just slight fading to spines of wrappers. In original slipcase which has slight wear at edges. No inscriptions. PBFA Member. We welcome direct contact with our customers. Contact Neil Ewart Rare Books if you require any further information or images. Heavy item - Will require additional shipping costs on overseas orders.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: World Encyclopaedia of Racing Drivers: The definitive reference to the lives and achievements of 2,500 international racing drivers
• Publisher: Haynes Publishing, Sparkford, Yeovil
• Publication Date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 184425433X
• ISBN 13: 9781844254330
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 3rd Edition
• Condition: Near Fine

About this title

Synopsis

This remarkable work of unprecedented scale, presented in three volumes within a slipcase, outlines the lives and achievements of 2,500 racing drivers from all eras and all parts of the world. The result of many years of endeavor by a dedicated author, this mighty publication contains nearly a million words along with a comprehensive array of high-quality portrait photographs of the drivers described, in color where possible, together with key biographical information and successes. This magnificent encyclopaedia breaks new ground in motor racing research and will be treasured by anyone interested in the history of the sport.

About the Author

Peter Higham works in motor racing as a freelance writer and project manager. For nearly 30 years he worked for Haymarket Consumer Media, the publisher of motor racing magazines and websites, and he continues to be the event director of the prestigious Autosport Awards. For half of that period he was director of LAT Photographic, which is the world's largest motor racing photo archive. A motor racing enthusiast since watching his first race in 1973, he has written three previous books on the subject, including the award-winning International Motor Racing Guide.