Le Mans
50 Moments That Defined the World's Greatest Motor Race
Will be published approx. on 24. September 2026
Book
Hardback
272 pages
978-0-00-881220-1 (ISBN)
Description
Immerse yourself in the speed, the adrenaline and the excitement of Le Mans.
In partnership with Motor Sport Magazine, this definitive guide takes readers on a thrilling journey through the history, drama, and innovation of the most prestigious endurance race in the world.
First held in the French city of Le Mans in 1923, the twenty-four hour long race was a test of the durability of both the car and the drivers as they navigated the infamous Circiut de la Sarthe. It has since grown to become one of the most famous motorsports in the world and now sees participation from iconic brands and teams such as Porsche, Audi, Ferrari, and Toyota, each vying for overall victory. In this stunning tribute, discover the legendary cars, the inspring personalities, the technological innovations, and the stories that define the race.
Featuring exclusive insights, stunning photography, and expert commentary from the editors of Motor Sport Magazine, this book captures the 50 moments that made Le Mans a legendary event in the motorsport calendar.
In partnership with Motor Sport Magazine, this definitive guide takes readers on a thrilling journey through the history, drama, and innovation of the most prestigious endurance race in the world.
First held in the French city of Le Mans in 1923, the twenty-four hour long race was a test of the durability of both the car and the drivers as they navigated the infamous Circiut de la Sarthe. It has since grown to become one of the most famous motorsports in the world and now sees participation from iconic brands and teams such as Porsche, Audi, Ferrari, and Toyota, each vying for overall victory. In this stunning tribute, discover the legendary cars, the inspring personalities, the technological innovations, and the stories that define the race.
Featuring exclusive insights, stunning photography, and expert commentary from the editors of Motor Sport Magazine, this book captures the 50 moments that made Le Mans a legendary event in the motorsport calendar.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
HarperCollins Publishers
Dimensions
Height: 303 mm
Width: 258 mm
Thickness: 21 mm
Weight
270 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-00-881220-1 (9780008812201)
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Person
After graduating from university with a History degree, he joined Motoring News in 1990 as its junior rally reporter. He was the newspaper's editor by the end of 1997. Editorships of F1 Racing and Motor Sport magazines followed. Turning freelance in 2005, he has written about numerous other sports. But always he returns to his beloved motor racing. He lives in France with his author/illustrator wife Jan - plus five cats and goats, and two dogs and donkeys.