Grand Prix Circuits: Maps and statistics from- Maurice Hamilton
Grand Prix Circuits: Maps and statistics from- Maurice Hamilton For the first time, the stories of every venue to host a Formula One World Championship race have been brought together with bespoke…
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Grand Prix Circuits: Maps and statistics from- Maurice Hamilton
For the first time, the stories of every venue to host a Formula One World Championship race have been brought together with bespoke digital maps of each track to create the ultimate guide to the circuits of F1. The book explores all 71 circuits that have hosted a Grand Prix, detailing each ones history and heritage. Written by award-winning journalist Maurice Hamilton with a foreword from three-time World Champion Sir Jackie Stewart.
Readers will uncover little-known facts about famous circuits and discover the story behind some of the sports lesser-known venues, such as the lethal four-cornered Avus track in Germany, the rectangular Ain-Diab circuit on the shores of Casablanca and Japans remote Tanaka International Circuit. It also includes contemporary photography and detailed maps created by Collins, the world-leading publisher of maps and atlases, making it an essential purchase or gift for any racing fan. The book features each track in chronological order, starting with Monza, then taking in renowned locations such as Spa, Nurburgring, Monaco and Silverstone, all the way up to F1s latest destination, Sochi.
Each course map is accompanied by an array of statistics including circuit lengths, lap records and even the names of corners and straights. It also features alphabetical and by country indices for ease of reference.