Celebrate Formula One’s Most Iconic Drivers: Triumphs and Tragedies Unveiled

Discover the triumphs and tragedies of Formula One’s most legendary drivers with high-quality photography and insights from renowned F1 journalist Tony Dodgins.

The Heart of Formula One: Triumphs and Tragedies

At the core of Formula One are the triumphs and tragedies of the sport's greatest stars. The drama, personality, and thrill of the sport are intricately tied to the iconic drivers who have made racing a captivating spectacle. Only the fastest and bravest prevail!

Insightful Foreword by Christian Horner

With a foreword by Christian Horner, Team Principal of Red Bull Racing, Formula One: The Legends profiles 32 of F1’s most iconic drivers from the 1950s to the present day. This comprehensive exploration includes racing legends like Jackie Stewart, Alain Prost, and Ayrton Senna, as well as modern-day stars such as Sebastian Vettel, Lewis Hamilton, and the emerging legend, Max Verstappen.

Honoring Lost Stars

Uniquely, this book also honors drivers who tragically died or suffered severe injuries before reaching their full potential, yet left a lasting legacy in the sport.

Decade-by-Decade Profiles

Since the championship's inception, Formula One: The Legends profiles the following legendary drivers:

1950s: Ascari, Fangio, Moss, Hawthorn
1960s: Brabham, Graham Hill, McLaren, Gurney, Surtees, Clark, Stewart, Rindt
1970s: Andretti, Fittipaldi, Lauda, Hunt, Jones, Gilles Villeneuve
1980s: Piquet, Prost, Mansell, Senna
1990s: Häkkinen, Schumacher, Damon Hill
2000s: Button, Alonso, Räikkönen, Rosberg
2010s and beyond: Vettel, Hamilton, Verstappen

A Unique Exploration

This book offers a unique exploration of Formula One racing, focusing on the most revered drivers of all time. It’s a standout gift for fans of the sport, featuring expert photography that highlights the greatest moments of these drivers’ careers. Fascinating and insightful, with voices informed by deep knowledge of the sport, Formula One: The Legends is a collection not to be missed.

Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 240 pages
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 24.99 x 2.79 x 30.61 cm

Formula One: The Legends: Cult drivers and their legacies

Designer: The Ivy Press

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