Scalextric
A Race Through Time - The Official 50th Anniversary Book
50th Edition
Published on 15. January 2007
Book
Hardback
144 pages
978-1-84425-415-6 (ISBN)
Description
Can there be any car-loving males who weren't absorbed by Scalextric in childhood? In 2007, the world-famous slot car racing game celebrates its 50th anniversary with this delightful official book that will appeal to anyone who has ever enjoyed racing in miniature. A true feast of nostalgia, this beautifully designed hardback is packed with fascinating illustrations that capture every facet of Scalextric over the years - not just the cars, track and accessories but also period artwork as seen on box sets and in catalogues. An ideal gift for grown-up boys, this book will prompt many happy memories.
More details
Edition
50th Anniversary ed.
Language
English
Place of publication
Somerset
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Haynes Publishing Group
Illustrations
Illustrations (chiefly col.)
Dimensions
Height: 270 mm
Width: 210 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-84425-415-6 (9781844254156)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Roger Gillham first played Scalextric in 1958 and has been fascinated by it ever since. He is the author of Scalextric: The definitive guide, first published by Haynes in 1981 and now in its sixth edition. He lives in Windsor.
Content
Each of Scalextric's 50 years remembered in colourful mini-chapters. The best new cars, sets, accessories and track novelties for each year are highlighted, together with world events and motorsport news of the time. Technical changes: from the charming tinplate designs of the '50s to today's highly detailed miniatures operated by digital control. Period photos of real racing help to put key Scalextric models in perspective. Celebrity photos - from The Beatles to World Champion Graham Hill - capture Scalextric's position in popular culture. Special features include TV and film tie-ins, plus offshoots into sets featuring go-karting, motorbike racing and even horse racing.